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CRNA UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh

CRNAIncludes callFull-Time MD-Supervised State

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Job Description

  • Exciting CRNA Opportunities at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh!
  • Location: University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Anesthesiology Department at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh
  • Position: Full-Time Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Non-Exempt Hourly Rates

Team: Board-certified pediatric anesthesiologists, committed to patient quality and service, willing to teach and assist in research, great team spirit with SRNAs.

Shifts: 10 to 12-hour shifts available. Some on-call required after orientation.

Why UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh?

  • Pediatric Leader: As a nationally ranked and Magnet-designated pediatric hospital, UPMC Children’s offers CRNAs the opportunity to work alongside top-tier anesthesiologists and surgical teams in a wide range of complex and rewarding pediatric cases.
  • Diverse and Engaging Cases: Experience a broad range of surgical cases include ENT; off-site MRI/IR/cath lab; transplants after orientation/all types of trauma/high acuity patient procedures.
  • Career Growth and Flexibility: With over 4,000 APP professionals and 616+ CRNAs, you’ll find abundant opportunities for advancement. Enjoy flexible schedules and a comprehensive career ladder designed to support your professional journey and recognize your contributions.

Empowered to Grow: The CRNA Advantage at UPMC

CRNA Career Ladder: Our Ladder helps you see the rewards quickly. 87%25 of our CRNAs have advanced in our unique Ladder. You are empowered to select your areas of interest while earning financial rewards for your career pathway.

Enhanced Sign-On Package: Competitive salary with newly increased ranges and substantial sign-on bonuses.

Generous Relocation Assistance: Seamless transition with our relocation support.

Expansive Tier Program: Accelerate your salary growth at credentialed sites and benefit from performance-based annual pay increases.

Site Movement Incentives: Recognition and rewards for your flexibility and dedication.

All for you!

Teamwork and Collaboration: Our collaborative environment at UPMC, fosters teamwork and collaboration spotlighting the cornerstones of our approach to delivering exceptional patient care. As a CRNA at UPMC, you’ll be an integral part of a multidisciplinary team that includes leading surgeons, anesthesiologists, and healthcare professionals who are all committed to the highest standards of care. Our team fosters mutual respect, where your expertise is not only valued but essential to the success of every procedure.

Continuous Learning: We recognize that continuous learning is essential to advancing your career and delivery of the highest quality of care. As a CRNA at UPMC, you will have access to a wealth of educational resources and opportunities designed to keep you at the forefront of the anesthesia field.

Total Rewards

Our CRNAs enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both professional and personal well-being. With generous paid time off and paid parental leave, UPMC prioritizes a healthy work-life balance, so you can thrive both at work and at home.

Living in Pittsburgh

Living in Pittsburgh offers the best of both worlds—a vibrant city life combined with the charm of its suburbs. From cultural attractions and outdoor activities to top-rated schools and universities, Pittsburgh has something for everyone.

At UPMC, each day offers an exciting opportunity to be a CRNA. Join us and become part of a team that’s not only transforming lives but also defining the future of healthcare. Are you ready to advance your career with UPMC?

Purpose: The CRNA provides anesthetic care for all patients in cooperation with the supervising physician, following Department of Anesthesiology standards and hospital policies. They administer anesthesia, monitor patients' reactions to sedatives and anesthetic agents, and inform the anesthesiologist of any adverse conditions that may threaten patient safety.

Responsibilities

Administer anesthesia and related care, including pre-anesthetic preparation, induction, maintenance, emergence, post-anesthesia care, and peri-anesthesia support.

Assumes responsibility and is accountable for controlled substances according to department and hospital policy and State and federal guidelines

Assists with the teaching and evaluation of newly hired CRNAs, GRNAs, and SRNAs.

Performs according to established policies, procedures, and regulatory standards. Review appropriate documentation for informed consent and identify appropriate surgical site with operating room staff and surgeon in accordance with departmental and regulatory compliance standards

Participate in the Quality Improvement (QI) process through documentation, incident reporting, evaluation, education, and implementation.

Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia education program required.

Knowledgeable regarding controlled substance policies in accordance with Federal and State laws required.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

  • Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required.
  • Board Certified, Recertified or eligible by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists required.
  • CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
  • AHA-approved ACLS/PALS certifications as required by institution of employ upon hire.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
  • Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Act 33 with renewal
  • Act 34 with renewal
  • Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
  • UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited nurse anesthesia program and hold a current Pennsylvania Registered Nurse license. Board certification or eligibility by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists, along with current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications, is required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Anesthesia administrationPediatric anesthesiaPatient monitoringAirway managementClinical documentationControlled substance management

CRNA Career Context

Of the 50 active Nurse Anesthesia listings this role was benchmarked against, 76% have no call, 50% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution34 jobs · 27 employers

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Annual compensation range

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
58%
Loan repayment
27%
Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 2.8
Better work-life than 30% of Nurse Anesthesia (CRNA) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 958 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call

Living in Pittsburgh

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$234k
Typical market rent
$1,545/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
94.7
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Pittsburgh, PA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Paid parental leave
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