Associate Chief Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Associate Chief Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) at Sound Physicians

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Associate Chief Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Pensacola, Florida

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Precision. Partnership. Purpose.

In anesthesia, every moment matters and every role is essential. Our CRNAs deliver safe, effective, and patient-centered care across a wide range of surgical specialties. Working in close collaboration with anesthesiologists, you bring clinical expertise, calm leadership, and compassionate care to every phase of the perioperative experience.

With 600+ clinicians across 35+ programs nationwide, we combine the agility of local practice with the strength of a national platform, ensuring every patient receives care that is both personal and uncompromising.

• Job Type: Full Time
• Job Level: Experienced
• Shift: Day
• Travel: No

Associate Chief Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Pensacola, Florida

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JOB-001198

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Anesthesiology

Partner in Clinical Excellence as a Vice Chief in Pensacola, FL at Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital Pensacola

Sound Anesthesia is honored to collaborate with the established, high-performing team at Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola. We are committed to supporting the strong clinical foundation already in place-fostering collaboration, advancing patient-centered care, and investing in the clinicians who serve this community. If youre seeking a role that values professional growth while building on a culture of excellence in a vibrant community, we'd welcome the opportunity to connect.

Local Team Collaboration:

• We believe in local, site-led leadership.
• Strong collaboration between all physicians and CRNAs on the team supporting full scope of practice for all members.
• 16 physician and 62 CRNA model.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide perioperative and postoperative care for a Level I trauma center offering cardiac, OB/GYN, general, pediatrics, ortho, neuro, and vascular surgeries.
• Works in collaboration with CRNAs, anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other physicians and medical professionals to ensure appropriate anesthesia services are delivered.
• Participates in quality assurance efforts, ensuring patient care requirements are met.
• Effectively assesses and prioritizes various projects. Demonstrates a willingness to work as a team.
• Complies with Employer's "Code of Conduct" and Core Values at all times - Quality, Service, Integrity, Innovation, and Teamwork.
• Is committed to interacting effectively and professionally with others.
• Applies principles for changing/effecting others' experiences, beliefs, and actions, promoting Sound's interest and goals.
• Promotes the profession of Nurse Anesthesia and Sound positively.

Scheduling:

• An average 40-hour work week.
• Mixture of 8, 10, and 12 hour shifts.
• 2nd call approx. 1:40 days with call back pay.

Qualifications:

• NBCRNA certified (or to be certified if a student).
• Active FL license.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Living and Working in Pensacola:

• Named US #1 beach for 2026, cost of living, proximity to water and city life, fantastic city culture and food!
• Pensacola blends coastal charm with a vibrant, small-city feel. Residents enjoy walkable historic neighborhoods, a lively downtown with restaurants and arts, and year-round festivals and events. The cost of living is lower than many coastal cities, and the area offers a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere.
• Pensacola is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the U.S., with sugar-white sand and emerald-green water. Outdoor activities like boating, fishing, hiking, and paddleboarding are part of everyday life, and peaceful natural areas like Perdido Key and the Gulf Islands National Seashore are just minutes away.
• The region offers solid public and private school options, including magnet and specialty programs. Families also benefit from nearby higher-education institutions such as the University of West Florida and Pensacola State College.

Rewards and compensation:

• Guaranteed salary + annual vice chief stipend = robust annual income.
• 1099 available if desired for clinical duties.
• Signing bonus.
• CME funds.

Madison Prokop, Director, Clinical Recruiter | mprokop@soundphysicians.com | (205) 224-2100

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Our values in action

• Uncompromising Care:

You deliver precise, patient-centered care in high-stakes moments. We support you with systems that respect your autonomy and elevate your impact because excellence is non-negotiable.

• Collaboration:

You are part of a relationship-based team where CRNAs and anesthesiologists work side by side, valuing each other's expertise and building trust through shared decision-making.

• Accountability:

You lead with quiet confidence, owning your role in the OR, contributing to perioperative strategy, and driving performance across surgical workflows.

• Ingenuity & Empathy:

You bring thoughtful solutions and calm leadership to complex cases, balancing clinical precision with genuine care for patients and colleagues.

Career Path

• New Graduate or Transitioning CRNA

• Practicing CRNA

• Single-Site Leadership

• Multi-Site Leadership

• Specialty Leadership

• New Graduate or Transitioning CRNA :

Start your career with structured onboarding tailored to your experience. Build essential skills with expert support and explore areas like acute pain, obstetrics, cardiac, or pediatrics. Where there is interest, there is opportunity.

• Practicing CRNA :

Expand your expertise while delivering safe, compassionate care. Engage in quality initiatives, join committees, and strengthen leadership skills within our full-scope practice model.

• Single-Site Leadership :

Lead as an Assistant Chief or Chief CRNA. Guide teams, foster accountability, and collaborate with physicians and hospital leaders to advance clinical excellence.

• Multi-Site Leadership :

Influence across multiple practices as a Regional CRNA Director. Drive team integration, recruitment, and culture while modeling strong clinical and operational partnerships.

• Specialty Leadership :

Deepen expertise in areas like Acute Pain, Obstetrics, Pediatrics, or CRNA Student Engagement. Shape standards, advance education, and elevate care delivery across the organization.

Hear from our team

• "Sound is the practice of choice for CRNAs because we offer them an environment where they feel respected and we allow them to practice at the top of their license."

Noele Morse, DNP, MS, CRNA, CENP, NEA-BC

Chief Anesthetist Officer

• "We have a heart for learning, but we also have a heart for teaching. If we're going to feed into others, we have to feed ourselves first. We don't just learn from people above us - we learn from the people we work with."

Scott O'Brien, CRNA

Chief CRNA

• "By fostering collaboration with the healthcare team while prioritizing patient comfort and safety, I strive to create a positive environment where both patients and colleagues can thrive"

Lex Caprio, MS, APRN, CRNA

Chief CRNA

Rewards

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Match & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Wellness Programs (Kaia Health, Maven, Real Appeal)

• Short & Long-Term Disability

• 401K with company match

• Leadership Development Programs (e.g., LEAD)

• CME Reimbursement

• Mental Health Counseling

• Continuing Education & Professional Licensing Support

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