Job-Seeking Tips & Opportunities for CRNAs and Anesthesiologists

Are you an anesthesiologist or a CRNA looking for a new job? The healthcare job market has many openings that are in high demand. Shortages of trained and qualified professionals can make your job search rewarding and fruitful, especially if you use smart strategies when searching for a new job. In this article, we’ll discuss best practices for CRNAs and anesthesiologists during a job search.

Finding Your Anesthesia Career

While some healthcare professionals choose to work with a recruiter to find the right position, self-directed job searches have many benefits. When conducting a self-directed job search, you can take control of your career. Identifying suitable career opportunities can make your job search better and more productive.

Do you prefer to work in any medical specialties? Know the differences between various work environments. For example, an academic medical center differs from an ambulatory surgery center. Knowing these differences can help you narrow your search and find a healthcare environment that you find rewarding.
Know the geographic area. Sometimes, casting a wide net over a large geographic area can lead to a higher salary and better benefits. Understand the regulatory requirements for the position where you’re looking. If you’re unhappy with the requirements in that area, you may choose to change where you’re looking.

Key Considerations for Job Seekers

As you begin a job search, several key considerations must be considered before applying for positions.

Decide non-negotiables. Where do you want to work? What schedule do you prefer? What are your salary requirements? The more flexible you are, the easier it is to find a job that meets your needs. Target a wide salary range and geographic area to keep your options open. Research commute times, cost of living and other quality of life factors in every geographic area you’re considering.
Understand practice and state requirements. Do your research for the geographic area where you are applying for jobs. Understanding state requirements can help ensure that the job you find will be right for you.
Research and evaluate anesthesia groups. Consider anesthesia groups in the area where you’re looking for employment. Contact anesthesia groups to ask about benefits, salaries and employee experiences working with that anesthesia group. Have questions about CCI Anesthesia? Contact us to learn more about our opportunities for anesthesiologists and CRNAs.

Resume and Interview Preparation

Once you’ve narrowed your search, it’s time to prepare for interviews. It’s essential to have a polished resume and a professional online presence. Recruiters often review resumes for their clients to help them emphasize professional experiences and make excellent presentations.

If you are looking for a job on your own, ask a friend or colleague to look over your resume to ensure that it puts your best foot forward. Search for yourself online to ensure that your online presence is also professional and presents you in a favorable way. Remember that potential employers may look at your social media accounts to get a sense of who you are.

As you prepare for interviews, learn about the facility where you are interviewing. Write down a list of questions that you would like to ask during your interview. Consider going through a mock interview to brush up on your interviewing skills. Ask a friend to perform a mock interview, or video record yourself answering common interview questions on video.

Evaluating Job Offers

Once you’ve started applying for jobs, you may get several offers to consider. Evaluating job offers can be difficult. Here’s what many anesthesiologists and CRNAs consider when they’re considering job offers:

Clinical autonomy. How much autonomy would you have in the clinical setting?
Compensation. Compensation is necessary, but it’s not everything. Consider competitive wages, but do not automatically accept the highest salary.
Benefits. What are the benefits of each facility you’re considering? Consider time off, work-life balance, healthcare, childcare benefits, etc. The right combination of benefits can lead to a higher quality of life.

Carefully review the contract offer of each facility and ask any questions. Read carefully anything in the contract that discusses a non-compete clause or malpractice. Compare contracts to seek the job that offers the most transparent offer.

CCI Anesthesia as an Employer

CCI Anesthesia provides support for providers. We prioritize clinical autonomy and professional development. We actively recruit anesthesiologists and CRNAs with diverse skill sets. If you’d like to learn more about our current job opportunities and how to apply, contact us today.