Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist; CRNA or SRNA

Overview

Frye Regional Medical Center
, Hickory, NC

Position:
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) / SRNA with ECAA-Anesthesia Specialists. Full time opportunities with competitive compensation and signing bonuses.

• Examine patients’ histories for allergies or illnesses that would affect anesthesia.
• Evaluate and prepare patients, provide education about surgery/procedure, recovery and discuss possible side effects.
• Liaise with other members of the healthcare team (MDs, nurses, etc.).
• Determine appropriate amount, type and method of anesthesia administration.
• Perform anesthetics; administer medication for pain relief.
• Supervise and assist other CRNAs; oversee recovery and pain management of patients.
• Inform patients of post-surgical and pain management procedures; assist in patient procedure preparation.
• Provide support to the healthcare team; advise patients on medication type and dosage.
• Work effectively in team settings and autonomously; strong written and oral communication under pressure.

• Facility:
  Frye Regional Medical Center (a Duke Lifepoint Hospital)
• Location:
  
  Hickory, North Carolina
• Employment:
  Full Time
• Base compensation: $220,000 - $240,000 per year (non-call position base $220,000
  ; call position base $240,000
  )
• Bonuses:
  Limited-time $100,000 signing bonus for 5-year commitment; $45,000 signing bonus for 3-year commitment.
• Schedule:
  
  Non-call and call positions available; non-nights, non-weekends, non-holidays in some roles; vacation 8–12 weeks depending on position
• Benefits:
  Comprehensive package including health, dental, vision, disability; 401(k) with 3% automatic + 3% match; paid holidays; CEU allowance up to $4,500/year

ECAA-Anesthesia Specialists is a physician-owned private group providing anesthesia services at Frye Regional Medical Center and nearby surgery centers. The hospital features multiple centers of excellence and a diverse case mix.

• Must be a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist or enrolled in an accredited CRNA program.
• Must hold or obtain a North Carolina state license.
• New graduates may apply for future full-time positions.

ECAA was established in 1978. We are a physician-owned private group focused on autonomy, patient care quality, and stability. We support recruiting, onboarding, and credentialing to ensure a smooth transition for providers. Our Hickory site emphasizes work-life balance and access to regional amenities.

For additional information, please reach out to Kacy Dovich, Provider Recruiter, at  To apply, please use the following link: