CRNA — $350K Base Compensation with 17 Weeks Off — Ask About Free Housing Options

Join a collaborative anesthesia team within a modern rural hospital where autonomy, team culture, and structured time away from work are prioritized.

About the Role

CCI Anesthesia is seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join the anesthesia team at Astera Health – Wadena Clinic in Minnesota. This role offers the opportunity to practice in a supportive clinical environment where collaboration among anesthesia providers, surgeons, and hospital leadership is central to patient care. The position follows a 2 weeks on / 1 week off rotation, providing a consistent rhythm that balances clinical engagement with extended time away from work. Providers benefit from a stable surgical program and an environment that values clinical expertise and teamwork.

Position Highlights

• Compensation: $350,000 annual compensation
• Schedule: 35 working weeks annually with a 2 weeks on / 1 week off rotation
• Practice Environment: Collaborative rural hospital with modern facilities
• Clinical Scope: Diverse surgical cases within a supportive team setting
• Work-Life Balance: 17 weeks off annually

Practice Environment

Astera Health’s Wadena campus provides a modern healthcare environment designed to support efficient surgical care and strong interdisciplinary collaboration. Anesthesia providers work closely with surgeons, nursing teams, and hospital leadership in a setting where communication and teamwork are highly valued. The hospital’s scale allows anesthesia providers to maintain meaningful involvement in patient care while practicing within a stable and supportive surgical program.

About Astera Health – Wadena Clinic

Astera Health serves as a regional healthcare provider for north-central Minnesota and surrounding communities. The organization is known for delivering high-quality rural healthcare and maintaining strong relationships with the communities it serves. For CRNAs, Astera Health offers the opportunity to practice a broad range of clinical anesthesia in a modern facility while working within a small, collaborative team environment. Providers benefit from strong professional relationships with surgical colleagues and the ability to make a direct impact on patient care in a community-focused setting.

Why Wadena?

• 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.

About CCI Anesthesia

CCI is a family-owned anesthesia practice management company with no private equity investors. This allows us to generously invest in our providers, fostering a culture of transparency, respect, and independence. We work exclusively with anesthesiologists and CRNAs, valuing their ability to work autonomously in diverse settings.

• 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 experienced Regional Medical Officers and Chiefs of Anesthesia
• Advancement opportunities in hospital practice leadership

Pay

$350,000 annual compensation

Schedule

• 2 weeks on / 1 week off rotation
• 35 working weeks annually
• 17 weeks off annually

Requirements

• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) certification (NBCRNA)
• Experience with spinals, blocks, and epidurals

Location

Wadena, Minnesota