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Founded in 1971, Parkridge Medical Center offers compassionate care and advanced technology in a comfortable and convenient setting. The 275-bed hospital near downtown Chattanooga features comprehensive diagnostic and medical/surgical services, including cardiovascular surgery, cancer treatment, intensive care, orthopedic and spine surgery, and rehabilitation. As part of the Parkridge Health System, patients also have access to OB-GYN services, a level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and behavioral health treatment centers for children and adults.

Awards

Accredited Community Hospital Comprehensive Cancer Program
Accredited Cardiac Rehabilitation Program – American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Accredited – American Academy of Sleep Medicine
Lab Accreditation – The Joint Commission
Carotid Artery Stent Certification – The Joint Commission
Core Measure Solution Exchange – The Joint Commission

Case Assignments
Orthopedic, general, GI, cardiac, pulmonary cases, endovascular, electrophysiology, neurosurgery, GYN and a small amount of pediatric anesthesia.

Shifts
Call, no call, fixed and part time options are available!

Team
Leadership:
John Potts, MS, CRNA Vice President APA Mid-West

Team Highlights
30 anesthesiologists and 100 CRNAs work together in a care team model. This care team model means that we focus on giving everyone a voice, while supporting, respecting, and helping them to deliver care excellence.

Responsibilities
Assist in the directing and coordinating of activities in the Anesthesia Department
Responsible for the medical management of patients who are rendered unconscious and/or insensible to pain and emotional stress during surgery and other medical procedures
Pre-anesthesia assessment
Obtain and/or verify patient consent
Discuss anesthetic options and risks with the patient
Induction, maintenance, and emergence from anesthesia
Monitoring of the patient’s physiological condition
Performance of clinical intervention as needed

Requirements
Current license as a registered professional nurse
Graduation from an accredited program of nurse anesthesia education
Certified or recertified by the AANA Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists

Lifestyle
Chattanooga, TN:
Along the glistening Tennessee River and tucked between the southeast mountains of Tennessee lays Chattanooga, TN. One of the country’s most breathtaking cities, this area offers outdoor adventure, delicious cuisine, live events, and vibrant art. The enjoyable climate all year round gives residents ample opportunity to explore the surrounding scenic beauty, as well as the vibrant, urban downtown. Nominated as one of America’s best places to live by RelocateAmerica.com, Chattanooga offers rich culture, beautiful landscapes, and a wealth of opportunity.

Area Attractions:
Rocky City Gardens
Tennessee Aquarium
Ruby Falls
Schools and Colleges:
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Westview Elementary School, Chattanooga School For The Liberal Arts, Chattanooga State Middle College High School

Total Rewards
Salary up to $242,500 a year based on schedule and experience
Sign-on Incentives (Bonus with/without retention, Training Assistance, or Loan Repayment): $50K
Generous paid time off
Generous benefits package, including:
Health, life, vision, dental, disability, and AD&D insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Accounts
401(k)
Fully paid malpractice insurance coverage
Leadership and professional development opportunities