CRNA $180K-$289K + EDRP Loan Repay | Houston, TX

Position Overview

Join the Veterans Health Administration at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, Texas, as a Certified Nurse Anesthetist. This federal position offers a competitive salary range of $180,403 - $289,400 per year, comprehensive benefits, and eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) up to $200,000 in student loan repayment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform pre-anesthesia evaluations, prepare anesthesia plans, and deliver all forms of anesthesia.
• Provide emergency airway and resuscitation management facility-wide.
• Conduct post-anesthetic management and pain minimization.
• Assist with quality assurance and maintain anesthesia equipment.
• Work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $180,403 - $289,400 annually
• PTO: 50 days per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 federal holidays)
• Retirement: Federal pension (5-year vesting) + 401K with up to 5% VA match
• Insurance: Federal health, vision, dental, term life, long-term care
• EDRP: Up to $200,000 loan repayment (1-5 years eligibility)
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: May be authorized

Schedule & Call Requirements

• Various schedules Monday - Sunday
• Call obligations required
• Telework: Not available

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship preferred
• Unrestricted nurse anesthetist license
• English proficiency
• Pre-employment physical and drug screening
• Seasonal influenza vaccination required

Facility Details

• Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, Houston, TX
• VA hospital serving veterans with comprehensive care