What are the responsibilities and job description for the CRNA position at Vero Orthopaedics?
Location: Vero Beach, Florida
Facility: The Advanced Center for Surgery (Vero Orthopaedics)
Position Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Employment Model Options: W-2 or 1099
Sign-On Bonus: Offered
About Vero Orthopaedics & The Advanced Center for Surgery
Vero Orthopaedics is a leading orthopedic practice serving patients throughout the Treasure Coast. Our ambulatory surgery center — The Advanced Center for Surgery — is a state-of-the-art, physician-owned facility designed to deliver efficient, patient-centered orthopedic and specialty care.
The center is:
- AAAHC Accredited
- Licensed by the State of Florida
- Medicare Certified
- Home to 3 fully equipped operating rooms and 2 procedure/treatment rooms
- Designed for orthopedic surgery, pain management, spine, podiatry, general surgery, reconstructive/plastic surgery, and robotic total joint procedures
Our mission is simple: provide high-quality care in a comfortable, efficient outpatient setting—where patients feel supported and providers enjoy a stable, collaborative environment.
About Vero Beach
Vero Beach is a coastal community on Florida’s Treasure Coast known for its beaches, low congestion, family-friendly environment, and exceptional quality of life. Residents enjoy boating, golf, nature preserves, a growing arts scene, excellent schools, and an easygoing pace. Providers who relocate to Vero consistently highlight the unmatched work–life balance and the welcoming local culture.
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join our ASC anesthesia team. This is an ideal opportunity for CRNAs who enjoy autonomy, predictable hours, and a supportive clinical environment. You will work in a collaborative anesthesia care team model tailored to the needs of outpatient cases.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform pre-anesthesia patient assessments and formulate safe anesthesia plans
- Provide general anesthesia, regional blocks (if credentialed), and MAC sedation appropriate for ambulatory procedures
- Manage airway, hemodynamics, and patient comfort during intraoperative care
- Oversee PACU transition and participate in discharge readiness assessments
- Collaborate closely with surgeons, RNs, and ASC leadership to maintain efficient case flow
- Uphold ASC safety, compliance, and quality standards
Qualifications
- Current Florida APRN license and CRNA certification
- Previous ASC or outpatient anesthesia experience strongly preferred
- Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently within a supportive team
- Excellent communication, professionalism, and attention to patient safety
Compensation & Offerings
- Competitive compensation package
- Sign-on bonus offered
- Options for full-time or part-time work
- W-2 with benefits or 1099 contract available
- Malpractice coverage dependent on employment structure
- Weekday hours with no nights, weekends, or in-house call