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Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - Pediatrics

CRNAFull-Time MD-Supervised State
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About the Role

Pediatric CRNA at UTHealth Houston. Full-time, on-site. No salary listed. Benefits include 100% paid medical premiums and generous PTO.

Join UTHealth Houston as a Pediatric CRNA – Houston, TX in Houston, Texas.

Benefits & Compensation

  • 37 days PTO.
  • 100% paid medical premiums
  • Generous time off (37-38 days/year)
  • Longevity Pay
  • Retirement/pension plan
  • Free financial and legal counseling
  • Free mental health counseling
  • Gym membership discounts
  • Wellness programs
  • Employee discounts

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • On-site position.

Apply to join UTHealth Houston as a Pediatric CRNA – Houston, TX.

Key Responsibilities

The CRNA will administer anesthesia to pediatric patients and collaborate with the anesthesia team to develop and implement comprehensive care plans. They are also responsible for monitoring patient vitals, maintaining homeostasis, and providing clinical guidance to students.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's in Nurse Anesthesia, current Texas RN and APRN licensure, and AANA certification. A minimum of 6 months of pediatric anesthesia experience is desirable, along with proficiency in specialized monitoring and airway techniques.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

BLSACLS

Key Skills

Pediatric anesthesiaAirway managementVascular accessPressure monitoringEKG interpretationArterial line placementCentral venous pressure monitoringPulmonary artery pressure monitoringRespiratory managementBlood gas analysisRegional anesthesiaPatient monitoringEmergency responseClinical supervisionAnesthesia charting

Pediatrics — CRNA Career Context

Of the 50 active CRNA listings this role was benchmarked against, 66% have no call, 56% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

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About UTHealth (University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston)

Business Consulting and Services
Houston, Texas
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

100% paid medical premiums
Generous time off (37-38 days/year)
Longevity Pay
Retirement/pension plan
Free financial and legal counseling
Free mental health counseling
Gym membership discounts
Wellness programs