Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
Columbus, Georgia
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: New Grads; Experienced
- Shift: Day
- Travel: No
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
Columbus, Georgia
Job ID:
JOB-000078
Category:
Anesthesiology
Join Our Piedmont Columbus Team as a CRNA – A Role Designed for You
We believe in bringing "better" to our local community in Columbus, GA—better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If you're looking for a role that supports your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant community, we’d love to talk.
Local Team Collaboration:
- Join our close-knit team of 3 physicians and 16 CRNAs at Piedmont Regional Columbus Northside.
- 100-bed facility with a surgical focus on advanced general, ortho, multilevel spine, robotics, bariatric, uro, gyn, plastics, and endo.
- No OB, no IR/Cath Lab
- 0 ORs, 1 Cysto, 3 Endo with 5,000+ surgeries per year
- Work alongside a dedicated team of anesthesia professionals, many of whom have called Piedmont home for years.
Qualifications:
- NBCRNA Board-certified/eligible.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
Scheduling:
- Main OR day shifts, no call, 8’s, 10’s & 12’s.
- No call, nights, or weekends
Key Responsibilities:
- Practice full scope.
- Regional blocks.
Living and Working in Columbus, GA:
- Located on the Georgia/Alabama border, Columbus offers a big city with a small-town feel. It is the second largest city in Georgia after Atlanta, but boasts a more affordable housing market in the city and surrounding areas.
- Love the outdoors? Columbus has ample running trails as well as a beautiful Uptown district boasting many restaurants and outdoor parks for your furry friends!
Compensation:
- CRNA Annual salary of $230k to $260k.
- Strong commencement bonus offered, up to $100k.
- W2 & 1099 options available.
- Generous scheduled time off up to 8 weeks a year.
Robert Morris, Clinical Recruiter | rmorris@soundphysicians.com | (754) 366-1352
Our values in action
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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.
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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.
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Accountability:
You lead with quiet confidence, owning your role in the OR, contributing to perioperative strategy, and driving performance across surgical workflows.
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Ingenuity & Empathy:
You bring thoughtful solutions and calm leadership to complex cases, balancing clinical precision with genuine care for patients and colleagues.
Career Path
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New Graduate or Transitioning CRNA
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Practicing CRNA
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Single-Site Leadership
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Multi-Site Leadership
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Specialty Leadership
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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“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
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Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
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Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Match & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
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Wellness Programs (Kaia Health, Maven, Real Appeal)
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Short & Long-Term Disability
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401K with company match
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Leadership Development Programs (e.g., LEAD)
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CME Reimbursement
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Mental Health Counseling
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Continuing Education & Professional Licensing Support
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