Locum CRNA Needed in Western Ar

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Job description

● Job Title: Locum CRNA
● Employment Status: 1099
● Job Type: Locum / Contract
● Location: Western Arkansas
● Duration: 3-6 months, ongoing
● Shifts: On average 35 hours per week with frequent early-out days (when schedule finishes). Additional days off when full staff is not needed.
● Call: Not required
● Case Types: Ortho, Regional, Outpatient, General
● Credentialing Timeframe: 60-90 days
● EMR: TBD
● Supervision Model: Fairly independent practice style with MD support available
● Special Considerations: Regional experience is preferred, but the site is willing to teach. Efficient OR staff and predictable daily flow allows for a low-stress environment compared to large hospital systems.

Job Summary

Access Healthcare Staffing Solutions is currently seeking a qualified Locum CRNA to provide safe, high-quality anesthesia care across a range of clinical settings. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical skills, sound judgment, and a patient-centered approach to care. This locum opportunity offers flexibility while allowing the CRNA to work within a collaborative, well-supported anesthesia care team.

Requirements
● Current certification as a CRNA by the National Board on Certification and Re-certification of Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA)
● Valid, unrestricted RN and CRNA licenses in Arkansas
● Minimum of 1–3 years of CRNA experience preferred; proficiency in Orthopedic, Regional, Outpatient and General Anesthesia
● Strong clinical knowledge and ability to provide anesthesia care to diverse patient populations
● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with patients, families, and the care team
● BLS and ACLS required; PALS and other advanced certifications as applicable

Benefits
● Flexible schedule with locum contract options
● Weekly pay – always on time
● Malpractice insurance coverage provided
● All travel expenses paid (flights, rental car)
● Lodging covered
● Logistics coordinated by Access team
● Credentialing handled start-to-finish by our dedicated credentialing specialists
● Personal Account Specialist assigned to you from the moment you accept an assignment through completion — and even beyond
● Exclusive access to job openings nationwide

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and professional references to info@achcstaffing. org. Our website can be found at www. achcstaffing. org.

About Access Healthcare Staffing Solutions

Access Healthcare Staffing Solutions is committed to bridging the gap in the healthcare sector by matching highly talented professionals with the right organizations. We don’t just fill positions; we ensure the right people are placed in the right roles. To help healthcare organizations excel in today’s competitive hiring environment, we execute advanced talent strategies with precision. Our team is dedicated to the best interests of both contractors and clients.

In addition to staffing, we now offer complete solutions — delivering a white-glove experience that includes credentialing from start to finish, billing, payroll, scheduling, and consulting services. This ensures our clients receive full operational support to thrive in the ever-evolving healthcare industry. For our providers, we assign a dedicated personal account specialist who stays with you through every step of your assignment and beyond. Our team coordinates full travel and lodging arrangements, guarantees weekly on-time pay, and offers exclusive access to nationwide opportunities.

At Access, we value long-term relationships over transactions and work tirelessly to support our providers both professionally and personally.

Key Responsibilities

The Locum CRNA will provide safe, high-quality anesthesia care across various clinical settings. The role involves working within a collaborative anesthesia care team with MD support available.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

CRNA CertificationOrthopedic AnesthesiaRegional AnesthesiaOutpatient AnesthesiaPatient-Centered CareCommunication SkillsBLS CertificationACLS Certification

CRNA Career Context

Of the 50 active Nurse Anesthesia listings this role was benchmarked against, 72% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Arkansas is 86.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.1% of Arkansas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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About Access Healthcare Staffing Solutions

Staffing and Recruiting
Fort Smith, Arkansas
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible schedule
Weekly pay
Malpractice insurance
Travel expenses paid
Lodging covered
Credentialing handled
Personal account specialist