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Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - Cardiac Pedi
About the Role
Pediatric Cardiac CRNA at UTHealth Houston. Full-time with excellent benefits including 100% paid medical premiums and pension.
Join UTHealth Houston as a Pediatric Cardiac CRNA – Houston, TX in Houston, Texas, United States.
Benefits & Compensation
- 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
- Child and elder care resources
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
Apply to join UTHealth Houston as a Pediatric Cardiac CRNA – Houston, TX.
Key Responsibilities
The CRNA will administer anesthesia to pediatric patients under the supervision of attending anesthesiologists and monitor patient vital signs during surgical or diagnostic procedures. Additionally, the role involves providing clinical guidance to students and managing departmental human resources activities.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree 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 airway management and pressure monitoring.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
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
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