Overview
The Department of Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine delivers comprehensive anesthesia and pain management services across a wide range of clinical settings within the Hospital and Clinics. Key service areas include, but are not limited to : Pavilion Operating Rooms, Same Day Surgery Center (SDSC), Children's Surgery Center (CSC), Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), Interventional Radiology (IR), Pulmonary Lab, Cancer Center, Gastrointestinal (GI) Labs (including Midtown GI), Electrophysiology (EP) Lab, Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Labor & Delivery, Pain Management Center, MRI, Burn Unit, Emergency Room, all Intensive Care Units, and the 48X-Complex expected to open in July 2025.
The Department is nationally recognized, dynamic, and rapidly growing, dedicated to advancing clinical excellence, innovative research, and education. UC Davis Health is committed to equity and providing a supportive environment for staff and clinicians.
Position Summary
This position serves as a skilled and experienced anesthesia provider, operating under the general supervision of attending medical faculty. The role involves delivering high-quality anesthesia care and airway management to a diverse patient population, including pediatric through geriatric patients, and managing complex, high-acuity cases across multiple specialties.
Minimum Qualifications
- Certified Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) without restriction
- Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction
- American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR
- Current California RN license, in process, or ability to obtain California RN license by time of hire
- Current CRNA license, with ability to obtain California CRNA license and proof of application by time of hire
- NBCRNA certification as a CRNA by time of hire
- Graduate of an accredited CRNA Masters or Doctoral Program by time of hire
- Experience with high acuity cases
- Knowledge of general nursing theories and practices
- Strong skills in airway management and use of anesthetic agents and related drugs
- Knowledge of invasive monitoring techniques and interpretation
- Ability to establish priorities and organize workload
- Understanding of legal implications for clinical practice
- Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure
- Strong interpersonal communication and written communication skills
- Ability to document accurately in the EMR
- Ability to prioritize controlled-substance stewardship with accurate documentation
Key Responsibilities
10% – PATIENT ASSESSMENT / PLANS ANESTHESIA CARE5% – PREOPERATIVE EVALUATION OF LOW RISK PATIENTS FOR ELECTIVE AMBULATORY SURGERY55% – IMPLEMENTS AND EVALUATES ANESTHESIA CARE5% – COMMUNICATION5% – TEACHING10% – MAINTAINS A SAFE HOSPITAL ENVIRONMENT AND COST CONTAINMENT5% – LEADERSHIP5% – PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND BEHAVIORDepartment Overview
The Department of Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine is a multispecialty practice dedicated to advancing clinical excellence, education, and research. The department supports multiple operating locations and provides extensive anesthesia and related services annually. UC Davis Health emphasizes equity and belonging across its workforce.
Position Information
Salary : $285,325.20 - $321,906.96 annuallyUpdated Sign-on Bonus : Up to 20% of the annual base pay, prorated with claw back and three-year paybackRelocation : Up to $10,000Salary Frequency : BiweeklySalary Grade : 100UC Job Title : ANESTHETIST NURSE SR EXUC Job Code : 007864Number of Positions : MultipleAppointment Type : Staff : CareerPercentage of Time : 60%Shift : Variable (8, 10, 12, 13 hour shifts; minimal off-shifts and minimal callback)Location : Patient Support Services Bldg (HSP014) – Sacramento, CAUnion Representation : NX-NursesBenefits Eligible : YesThis position is 100% on-siteBenefits
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the rewards of working for UC Davis Health. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, extensively paid leave, retirement options, education reimbursement, and professional development opportunities. See the Benefits Summary pages for details and eligibility.
Physical Demands
Standing : 6 to 8+ hoursWalking : 6 to 8+ hoursSitting : 3 to 6 hoursLifting / Carrying : 0-25 lbs for 6 to 8+ hoursPushing / Pulling : 0-25 lbs for 3 to 6 hoursPushing / Pulling 26-50 lbs : up to 3 hoursPushing / Pulling >50 lbs : up to 3 hours
Bending / Stooping : 6 to 8+ hoursSquatting / Kneeling : up to 3 hoursTwisting : 6 to 8+ hoursClimbing : up to 3 hoursReaching overhead : up to 3 hoursKeyboard use / repetitive motion : 3 to 6 hoursEnvironmental Demands
Loud noise levels : occasional up to 3 hoursUneven surfaces or elevations : occasional up to 3 hoursMental Demands
Sustained attention and concentration; continuousComplex problem solving / reasoning; continuousOrganization and prioritization; continuousCommunication and numerical skills; continuousConstant interaction and patient contact; continuousHandling multiple concurrent tasks; continuousWork Environment
UC Davis is a smoke- and tobacco-free campusSpecial Requirements
Employment contingent upon background check and may include drug screening, medical clearance, and functional capacity assessmentDirect access to or responsibility for controlled substances and high-risk materialsMandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy; compliance with training requirementsMisconduct Disclosure : Applicants must disclose past misconduct findings as a condition of employment.
A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging
UC Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. See the Anti-Discrimination Policy and related resources for details. We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply.
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