Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
Altoona, PA, 16601, USA
- Healthcare
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
- CRNA
- anesthesia
The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) will work primarily in the operating room providing anesthesia for general, endoscopy, cystoscopy, OBGYN, and orthopedic cases while excluding pediatrics, trauma, and high-complexity cardiac cases. The position offers stable shifts with predictable schedules in a supportive, collegial environment using Cerner and Epic EMR systems. The role is facilitated by a physician-owned staffing agency focused on personalized locum tenens placements aligning with clinicians' lifestyles and goals.
Start: ASAP / Ongoing
Schedule: Blocks of 5 8s or 4 10s
Shift Times:6:30am 3:00pm or 6:30am 7:00pm
Step into a stable OR environment in the Altoona market where predictability, collegial culture, and a manageable case mix make this a rewarding assignment for experienced CRNAs.
Clinical Environment
You ll spend most days in the main OR, typically working through 3 7 sequential cases.
Case Types Include:
• General
• Endoscopy
• Cysto
• OBGYN
• Orthopedics
Excluded: No pediatrics, trauma, cardiac, or high-complexity cases.
Local Altoona-employed CRNAs handle cardiac (except EP), though locums may be asked to support EP cases.
EMR Platforms: Cerner & Epic
Why Work with WPA Medicine Staffing?Because your locum experience should feel supported, personal, and intentional.
As a physician-owned boutique agency, we ensure:
Direct and honest communication
Advocacy and follow-through
A team that understands anesthesia environments
Opportunities aligned to your lifestyle and goals
You re not just filling coverage you re partnering with people who respect your craft, your schedule, and your earning potential.
If this aligns with your practice preferences or availability, we d love to connect.
Cheryl Weisenberg, Senior Clinical Recruiter




