What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chief CRNA — $385K Annual Compensation for 39 Weeks + $30K Chief Stipend position at CCI Anesthesia?
Wadena, MN
CCI Anesthesia is seeking an experienced Chief CRNA to lead anesthesia services at Astera Health – Wadena Clinic, Minnesota. This role combines clinical practice with leadership responsibilities, overseeing daily anesthesia operations while working closely with surgeons, hospital leadership and CCI Anesthesia’s clinical and operational teams.
The Chief CRNA will support scheduling coordination, team communication and quality initiatives while helping maintain a collaborative and stable anesthesia practice. The structured 3 weeks on / 1 week off rotation provides meaningful time away from the hospital throughout the year, allowing for both leadership engagement and long-term work-life balance.
Job Features
Job CategoryChief Positions, CRNA LocationWadena, Minnesota Compensation$385,000 as a 1099 Independent Contractor Stipend$30,000 Schedule3 weeks on / 1 week off Time Off13 weeks OtherCall every 3rd night and every 4th weekend HospitalAstera Health – Wadena Clinic
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Position Highlights
Astera Health is a modern rural health system serving Wadena and surrounding communities in north-central Minnesota. The recently constructed hospital campus provides an updated clinical environment designed to support efficient surgical care and a positive patient experience.
Anesthesia providers work closely with surgeons, nursing staff and hospital leadership in a collaborative environment where communication and teamwork are central to daily operations. Providers benefit from a stable surgical program and a setting where clinical expertise and leadership input are respected.
About Astera Health – Wadena Clinic
Astera Health serves as a regional healthcare hub for multiple surrounding counties in the Minnesota lake country. The organization is known for its commitment to high-quality rural healthcare and for maintaining strong relationships between providers and the community they serve.
For CRNAs, Astera Health offers the opportunity to practice full-scope anesthesia in a modern facility and work within a smaller, highly collaborative environment. The hospital’s scale allows anesthesia providers to play a meaningful role in patient care and operational decisions while maintaining strong professional relationships with the surgical team.
Why Wadena?
Wadena offers a relaxed lifestyle in the heart of Minnesota’s lake country while maintaining access to regional amenities.
Key advantages include:
Outdoor lifestyle: Nearby lakes, forests and trails support year-round recreation, including fishing, boating, hunting, hiking and snowmobiling.
Short commutes: Minimal traffic and convenient travel times reduce daily stress.
Affordable living: Housing and overall cost of living are significantly lower than in most metropolitan areas.
Strong community atmosphere: A welcoming environment where healthcare providers play an important role in the community.
Balanced lifestyle: Competitive compensation and structured time off allow providers to enjoy extended time away from the hospital.
Join CCI Anesthesia And Experience The Difference
CCI is different from other anesthesia practice management companies in virtually every way. We offer more of what you want out of a career. More transparency. More balance. More independence. And more respect
A Different Kind of Anesthesia Practice
Why are we different? Because CCI is family owned. Since our inception, we have remained a privately-owned group with no private equity investors pressing for wider margins, which means we generously invest in our greatest resource—our providers.
Building a Culture of Transparency and Respect
At CCI, we work diligently to foster a culture of transparency and mutual respect. Here, CRNAs collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals who understand your crucial role in delivering exceptional care.
Our track record and low turnover rates prove we take excellent care of our CRNAs.
We are Committed to CRNAs
CCI works exclusively with anesthesiologists and CRNAs and does not use AAs to fill any of our roles. While we respect the ability of AAs, we choose to work with CRNAs as integral members of our anesthesia care teams due to their ability to work independently in diverse settings ranging from urban to rural areas.
We Value Service
This opportunity is excellent for military veterans. CCI Anesthesia values your service and is committed to contracting with those who have served.
When You Join CCI Anesthesia, Expect More
Search all our Anesthesia opportunities at www.ccianesthesia.com/clinical-providers/anesthesia-jobs/
CCI is an independently owned practice.
Apply Now
"Since Joining CCI Anesthesia, I have felt more in control of my career. I am listened to and valued. I am paid my worth without feeling like an employee of a private equity group most interested in their bottom line. I am supported even in hard times. CCI is a company worth growing with for many opportunities at all the different stages of my life and career. They believe in my success and prosperity as the center of the success and prosperity of my site and its relationships and reputation."
Rima Rahal, MD
Anesthesiologist, Rock Island, IL
CCI Anesthesia is seeking an experienced Chief CRNA to lead anesthesia services at Astera Health – Wadena Clinic, Minnesota. This role combines clinical practice with leadership responsibilities, overseeing daily anesthesia operations while working closely with surgeons, hospital leadership and CCI Anesthesia’s clinical and operational teams.
The Chief CRNA will support scheduling coordination, team communication and quality initiatives while helping maintain a collaborative and stable anesthesia practice. The structured 3 weeks on / 1 week off rotation provides meaningful time away from the hospital throughout the year, allowing for both leadership engagement and long-term work-life balance.
Job Features
Job CategoryChief Positions, CRNA LocationWadena, Minnesota Compensation$385,000 as a 1099 Independent Contractor Stipend$30,000 Schedule3 weeks on / 1 week off Time Off13 weeks OtherCall every 3rd night and every 4th weekend HospitalAstera Health – Wadena Clinic
Apply Online
Position Highlights
- Compensation: $385,000 base $30,000 Chief stipend
- Schedule: 39 working weeks annually with a 3 weeks on / 1 week off rotation
- Leadership Role: Guide daily anesthesia operations and support team performance
- Practice Environment: Modern hospital with collaborative surgical teams
- Clinical Involvement: Maintain active clinical practice alongside leadership duties
- Work-Life Balance: Built-in weeks off throughout the year for consistent time away
Astera Health is a modern rural health system serving Wadena and surrounding communities in north-central Minnesota. The recently constructed hospital campus provides an updated clinical environment designed to support efficient surgical care and a positive patient experience.
Anesthesia providers work closely with surgeons, nursing staff and hospital leadership in a collaborative environment where communication and teamwork are central to daily operations. Providers benefit from a stable surgical program and a setting where clinical expertise and leadership input are respected.
About Astera Health – Wadena Clinic
Astera Health serves as a regional healthcare hub for multiple surrounding counties in the Minnesota lake country. The organization is known for its commitment to high-quality rural healthcare and for maintaining strong relationships between providers and the community they serve.
For CRNAs, Astera Health offers the opportunity to practice full-scope anesthesia in a modern facility and work within a smaller, highly collaborative environment. The hospital’s scale allows anesthesia providers to play a meaningful role in patient care and operational decisions while maintaining strong professional relationships with the surgical team.
Why Wadena?
Wadena offers a relaxed lifestyle in the heart of Minnesota’s lake country while maintaining access to regional amenities.
Key advantages include:
Outdoor lifestyle: Nearby lakes, forests and trails support year-round recreation, including fishing, boating, hunting, hiking and snowmobiling.
Short commutes: Minimal traffic and convenient travel times reduce daily stress.
Affordable living: Housing and overall cost of living are significantly lower than in most metropolitan areas.
Strong community atmosphere: A welcoming environment where healthcare providers play an important role in the community.
Balanced lifestyle: Competitive compensation and structured time off allow providers to enjoy extended time away from the hospital.
Join CCI Anesthesia And Experience The Difference
CCI is different from other anesthesia practice management companies in virtually every way. We offer more of what you want out of a career. More transparency. More balance. More independence. And more respect
A Different Kind of Anesthesia Practice
Why are we different? Because CCI is family owned. Since our inception, we have remained a privately-owned group with no private equity investors pressing for wider margins, which means we generously invest in our greatest resource—our providers.
Building a Culture of Transparency and Respect
At CCI, we work diligently to foster a culture of transparency and mutual respect. Here, CRNAs collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals who understand your crucial role in delivering exceptional care.
Our track record and low turnover rates prove we take excellent care of our CRNAs.
We are Committed to CRNAs
CCI works exclusively with anesthesiologists and CRNAs and does not use AAs to fill any of our roles. While we respect the ability of AAs, we choose to work with CRNAs as integral members of our anesthesia care teams due to their ability to work independently in diverse settings ranging from urban to rural areas.
We Value Service
This opportunity is excellent for military veterans. CCI Anesthesia values your service and is committed to contracting with those who have served.
When You Join CCI Anesthesia, Expect More
- Clinical autonomy in your anesthesia practice
- Competitive, above-market compensation as an independent contractor
- Ample time away from practice for better work-life balance
- Professional and timely administrative support
- Leadership and mentoring from our experienced Regional Medical Officers and Chiefs of Anesthesia
- Advancement opportunities in hospital practice leadership
Search all our Anesthesia opportunities at www.ccianesthesia.com/clinical-providers/anesthesia-jobs/
CCI is an independently owned practice.
Apply Now
"Since Joining CCI Anesthesia, I have felt more in control of my career. I am listened to and valued. I am paid my worth without feeling like an employee of a private equity group most interested in their bottom line. I am supported even in hard times. CCI is a company worth growing with for many opportunities at all the different stages of my life and career. They believe in my success and prosperity as the center of the success and prosperity of my site and its relationships and reputation."
Rima Rahal, MD
Anesthesiologist, Rock Island, IL
Salary : $385,000