W2 CRNA Needed in Fort Smith, AR - 1108

CRNAIncludes callFull-Time MD-Supervised State

Listed compensation

$315K

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

  • Job Title: CRNA – Direct Hire
  • Employment Status: W2 – Full-Time or Part-Time
  • Job Type: Direct Hire / Permanent Placement
  • Location: Fort Smith, AR
  • Annual Salary Range: $315,000
  • Schedule: Full-time hours weekly, but only around a 35 hour work week. Frequent early-out days when schedule finishes.
  • Call: Not required
  • Case Types: Orthopedic, Outpatient, Regional and General
  • Start Date: August 2026
  • EMR: TBD
  • Supervision Model: Fairly independent practice style with MD support available
  • Special Considerations: Efficient OR staff and predictable daily flow, which allows for a low-stress environment compared to large hospital systems

Job Summary

Access Healthcare Staffing Solutions is seeking a qualified Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist for a W2 direct-hire opportunity. This role involves providing high-quality anesthesia care across a variety of clinical settings while working as part of a collaborative and well-supported anesthesia team.

The ideal candidate will bring strong clinical skills, sound clinical judgment, and a commitment to patient-centered care. This permanent position offers long-term stability, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to build lasting relationships within a respected healthcare organization.

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 years of experience as a CRNA preferred; new grads considered if applicable
  • Proficiency in Regional, Orthopedic, Outpatient and General Anesthesia
  • Strong clinical knowledge and ability to deliver anesthesia care across diverse patient populations
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required

Benefits

  • Competitive salary + annual incentive opportunities
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement plan with employer match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
  • Malpractice insurance coverage
  • 7 weeks off a year

How to Apply

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

Provide high-quality anesthesia care across various clinical settings as part of a collaborative team. Deliver specialized care for orthopedic, outpatient, regional, and general cases in a low-stress environment.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Regional AnesthesiaOrthopedic AnesthesiaOutpatient AnesthesiaInterpersonal Communication

CRNA Career Context

Access Healthcare Staffing Solutions ranks #1 of 10 employers hiring CRNA on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 50 active Nurse Anesthesia listings this role was benchmarked against, 74% have no call, 54% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Arkansas is 86.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$315k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $362k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Arkansas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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401k / retirement match
68% this job
Sign-on bonus
60%
CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
28%
Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 2.1
Better work-life than 20% 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 Fort Smith

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$208k≈ 0.7× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,054/mo≈ 4% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
17 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
85.9
State income tax
Up to 4.9%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Fort Smith, AR-OK metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Access Healthcare Staffing Solutions

Staffing and Recruiting
Fort Smith, Arkansas
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary + annual incentive opportunities
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plan with employer match
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
Malpractice insurance coverage
7 weeks off a year