General | CRNA | 13-Week Travel Contract – Charlottesville, VA

Locum Tenens CRNA (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist) – Charlottesville, VA (22908)

Locum Tenens CRNA in Charlottesville, VA — 13-week assignment at a Level 1 trauma center with competitive weekly pay and great perioperative experience.

Join a high-performing anesthesia team as a locum tenens CRNA in Charlottesville, VA. This 13-week contract offers the opportunity to work in a renowned Level 1 trauma center, collaborating with experienced CRNAs, anesthesiologists, and residents. Charlottesville is known for its vibrant arts scene, historic charm, and proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains, making it an ideal location for both professional growth and quality of life. This role is ideal for CRNA candidates searching for locum tenens anesthesia jobs, CRNA jobs in Virginia, or operating room anesthesia opportunities in Charlottesville, VA (22908).

Job Details — Anesthesia Jobs in Charlottesville, VA

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $5,437 - $6,041 (competitive locum tenens CRNA pay)
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (August 3, 2026 – November 2, 2026)
• Shifts per Week: 3
• Shift Duration: 12-hour days (07:00 – 19:00)
• Schedule: 3x12-hour shifts per week; weekend availability preferred
• Orientation: 16 hours
• Practice Setting: Inpatient & outpatient anesthesia — main ORs, outpatient surgery, endoscopy/GI
• Department: Level 1 trauma center with 33 main ORs, 16 offsite anesthesia locations, 12 outpatient surgery ORs, and 3–4 GI center rooms
• EMR: Epic (documentation experience preferred)

Job Requirements — CRNA Qualifications

• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) certification required
• Valid Virginia RN license (state license required for CRNA jobs in Virginia)
• Minimum 2 years of CRNA experience, including at least 1 year in an academic medical center or Level 1 trauma center
• ACLS & BLS certifications (American Heart Association)
• Flu vaccine required (no exemptions)
• COVID vaccine required
• Experience managing ASA 3+ patients preferred (complex perioperative cases)
• References: contact information for 2 professional references required
• Locum eligibility: must live at least 50 miles from the facility

Responsibilities — Perioperative & Operating Room Anesthesia

• Deliver safe, high-quality anesthesia care for adolescent through end-of-life patients across perioperative settings
• Provide anesthesia services in main OR, outpatient surgery center, and endoscopy/GI center settings
• Perform full CRNA scope of practice (excluding open heart/thoracic, pediatrics, obstetrics, and peripheral nerve blocks)
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary anesthesia team, attending physicians, and surgical staff to optimize patient outcomes
• Document anesthesia care accurately and efficiently in Epic EMR
• Adhere to departmental protocols, patient safety standards, and quality measures
• Weekend coverage preferred; submit time-off requests upfront

Why Charlottesville?

Charlottesville offers a unique blend of historic charm, vibrant arts and dining, and easy access to outdoor recreation in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy a welcoming community, strong healthcare network, and excellent quality of life while advancing your career in a top-tier medical environment. This opportunity is well-suited for CRNAs seeking locum tenens positions, Virginia anesthesia jobs, or CRNA openings in Charlottesville, VA.

Ready to apply? Apply now by submitting your CV and contact information for two professional references to be considered for this locum tenens CRNA position in Charlottesville, VA (22908). Join our anesthesia team and take the next step in your CRNA career.

Benefits

1099 Contract Positions do not include employee benefits.

About GHR

About United Anesthesia, a GHR Healthcare Company
For more than 40 years, United Anesthesia has been the nation’s leading staffing partner for anesthesia professionals. As a GHR Healthcare Company, we continue to provide the trusted expertise you rely on, now supported by the expanded resources and nationwide network of a top healthcare firm.

We specialize in placing CRNAs, Anesthesiologists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Physicians across all specialties, connecting them with top-tier opportunities in hospitals and surgery centers in all 50 states. We understand the unique demands of anesthesia and the broader healthcare field, and we are dedicated to providing the exceptional service and support you deserve.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.unitedanesthesia.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.