Locum to Perm - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) – Dayton, OH

Are you a highly skilled CRNA looking for a rewarding opportunity with a leading facility in Dayton, Ohio? Enjoy a stable schedule, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits while providing exceptional anesthesia care in a state-of-the-art pediatric environment. This position offers flexible shifts, no call or weekend work, and a supportive team committed to your success.

Quick Facts

• Location: Dayton Children’s Hospital, Dayton, OH
• Start Date: 09/08/2026
• Duration: Start with locum coverage, with potential for permanent placement
• Shift: 8 or 10-hour shifts (0700–1530 or 0700–1730)
• Hours/Week: 40-50 hours/week
• Employment Type: Locum-to-permanent opportunity
• Licensure/Certs: Current Ohio CRNA license, PALS, BLS
• Experience: 0-2+ years pediatric anesthesia experience preferred

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $16.75/hr (equivalent to approx. $325k/year with full-time hours)
• Pay Package: Weekly pay via direct deposit, pay package discussed upon application
• Benefits:
  • Competitive pay packages
  • Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
  • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
  • Paid sick time in accordance with all applicable laws
  • Licensure, certification, and travel reimbursements when applicable
  • Robust referral bonus program
  • 24/7 dedicated support team

What You’ll Do

• Collaborate with anesthesiologists to develop and implement anesthesia care plans for neonatal and pediatric patients
• Provide anesthesia induction, maintenance, and emergence services
• Participate in high-acuity cases in a Level 1 Trauma Center with an annual ER volume of approximately 13,000 cases
• Deliver care in a surgical environment with 11 operating rooms at main hospital, including outpatient pediatric and specialty cases
• Ensure safe, efficient anesthesia delivery with minimal supervision, in a team-focused setting
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies and anesthesia standards

What You Need

• Active Ohio CRNA license
• Graduation from an accredited AANA-approved nurse anesthesia program
• Current PALS and BLS certifications
• 0-2+ years of pediatric anesthesia experience preferred
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Excellent manual dexterity and physical/emotional stamina

About the Assignment
Join a leading facility in Dayton, Ohio, renowned as the #1 Best Place to Work in Ohio by Forbes. Our team supports a pediatric-focused anesthesia department delivering complex care to neonatal and pediatric patients with a dedicated team of physicians, nurses, and support staff. The position offers a dynamic, rewarding environment with opportunities to grow and make a difference in the lives of children and families.

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