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CRNA/SRNA-Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

ECAA-Anesthesia Specialists
Hickory, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 7/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/27/2026

$100,000 Signing Bonus For FTEs! Paid at signing and monthly stipend! No call and call positions available $220,000 starting base!

No Agencies!

COMPENSATION
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Non - Call Position
• Base pay $220,000!! One of the strongest bases for new grads in the state!!
• Opportunities for OT, but not required
• No Nights, Weekends, or Holidays
• Vacation is 8 weeks starting

Call Position
• Base salary $240,000
• Vacation is 12 weeks starting

****FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY WE ARE OFFERING A $100,000 SIGNING BONUS (HALF PAID AT SIGNING, HALF PAID AT START) FOR FTEs WHO COMMIT 5 YEARS, AND A $45,000 (PAID AT TIME OF SIGNING) SIGNING BONUS FOR FTEs WHO COMMIT 3 YEARS.

OUR BENEFITS PACKAGE
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• Benefits - Package includes Health (PPO & High Deductible), Dental, Vision, Long and Short term Disability.
• 401k 3% automatic 3% match to total 6%
• Paid Holidays - 5-6 days per year
• CEU Allowance -$4,500/year Provided Current Reviews from Frank Moya

Join East Carolina Anesthesia Associates at Frye Regional Medical Center-A Duke Lifepoint Hospital in
Hickory, NC!

ABOUT THE POSITIONS
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ECAA CRNAs provide anesthetics at Frye Regional Medical Center and three nearby surgery centers. FRMC is a 355- bed acute care hospital in downtown Hickory, NC. Case mix includes general, bariatrics, orthopedics, neurology, vascular, some OB, and urology cases. Adult orthopedic and pediatric ENT and dental cases make up a majority of the ASC case load. Non-call CRNAs are not required to do hearts.


ABOUT DUKE LIFEPOINT FRYE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
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Frye Regional Medical Center includes a 355-bed acute care hospital, home to the Frye Brain Center, Frye Heart Center, Cancer Center, General and Bariatric Surgery, Emergency Services, Advanced Orthopedics, Neurosciences, Women's Birthing Center and Inpatient Rehabilitation.
Ranked No. 1 by Forbes for Best Places for Business and Careers for 2019, Hickory, North Carolina continues to be one of the state’s most trending and charming cities. From delectable farm-to-table restaurants, outdoor adventures on Lake Hickory, and eclectic downtown shops, to a growing craft beer scene and an arts and cultural
community to rival that of cities more than twice its size, Hickory offers a unique experience that continues to enthrall residents and attract visitors from all around. Due to an exceptionally low average housing cost, remarkably high employment rate and fantastic median household earnings, Hickory is ranked in the Top 25 Best Cities to Live in America by the Chamber of Commerce for 2019.

ABOUT ECAA ANESTHESIA SPECIALISTS
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ECAA was established in 1978. We are a wholly physician owned private group that has developed a strategic growth model. We embrace private practice and autonomy while providing innovative patient care that produces quality outcomes. Our practice was built on the belief that partnership and collaboration drives efficiency and teamwork. You will find a unique and desirable culture at our sites. A culture that is caring, respectful, and fair for everyone.


CRNA RESPONSIBILITIES
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● Examine patients’ histories for allergies or illnesses that would affect anesthesia.
● Evaluate and prepare patients, providing education about surgery/procedure, recovery and discuss
possible side effects.
● Liaise with other members of the healthcare team such as MDs, nurses, and other healthcare workers.
● Determine appropriate amount, type and method of administration.
● Perform anesthetics; administer medication to patients 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 other healthcare team.
● Advise patients on medication type and dosage.
● High patient acuity with the ability to provide compassionate care to every patient.
● Ability to work both in a team and autonomously.
● Strong written and oral skills, can communicate under pressure.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
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Must be a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, or enrolled in an accredited CRNA program.
Must have a NC state license or obtain one.
Students are welcome to apply for future full-time positions.

WHY ECAA
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We are committed to you, our providers, and we are committed to making this a positive transition. We offer stability. We have never sold any of our practice to outside investors. This allows us to make decisions that best fit the various needs of our diverse divisions.
In addition to our committed and highly knowledgeable providers, we have an experienced and robust team of administrative personnel to help us through this transition. Whether the need is recruitment, onboarding, or credentialing, our team is trained and ready to ensure this transition is a success.
ECAA- Hickory emphasizes a strong work/life balance. You will find that a great schedule, coupled with Hickory’s close proximity to outdoor activities, and larger cities such as Charlotte and Asheville provide ample opportunity for that balance. Hickory is consistently ranked among the best and most affordable places to live in both NC and the US.

We are excited to speak with you!

To apply, have a copy of your resume available and visit: https://careers.ecaa.com/. Apply for the corresponding position via the job positions listed on the main page.
For any questions regarding the application process, please reach out to Kacy Dovich at kdovich@ecaa.com.

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