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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Kansas City, Missouri

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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: New Grads; Experienced
Shift: Day
Travel: No

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Job ID:

JOB-000106

Date posted:

02/18/2026

Category:

Anesthesiology

Join Our Kansas City CRNA Team – A Role Built on Teamwork

At Research Medical Center, we believe that exceptional patient care starts with a strong, collaborative team. Our Kansas City, Missouri-based practice is built on mutual support, professional growth, and a commitment to delivering outstanding anesthesia care. We'd love to connect with you if you're a CRNA looking for a role where teamwork is at the heart of everything you do.

Local Team Collaboration:

Join a close-knit collaborative team of 27 CRNAs and 10 physicians delivering top-tier anesthesia care.
You'll be supported by a Chief CRNA and Chief MD, who foster a culture of mutual respect, professional development, and teamwork.
CRNAs practice at the top of their license, integral in managing diverse and complex cases.
No call, no weekends.

Scheduling:

Collaborative On-Call Model
- The dedicated CRNA team has the ability to work 8,10, and 12-hour shifts.
- Team members work together to optimize patient care, provide seamless handoffs, and support one another during high-acuity cases.
- Flexible scheduling allows CRNAs to easily trade shifts, promoting work-life balance while maintaining exceptional patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

In this CRNA role, you’ll be an integral part of a team handling a broad range of cases, including:

Trauma
- Blunt
- Penetrating
General Surgery
Neurosurgery
Orthopedics
Burns
OB/GYN

Living and Working in Kansas City:

Kansas City isn’t just where we work; it’s where we thrive. With a vibrant cultural scene, professional sports, renowned jazz heritage, and world-class dining, this city offers something for everyone. Whether you're catching a Chiefs game, exploring the arts, or enjoying its unique neighborhoods, Kansas City is a place where you can truly feel at home.

A Commitment to Excellence at Research Medical Center

Research Medical Center is at the forefront of advanced medical care as a 590-bed Level I Trauma Center and certified Comprehensive Stroke Center. Our specialized programs include:

Traumatic Brain Injury & Grossman Burn Center
Oncology care in partnership with Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute
Level III NICU & 24-hour Obstetrics ER
Transplant Institute & Center for the Relief of Pain

Join a team that values collaboration, excellence, and patient-centered care. Here, you’ll be able to work alongside dedicated colleagues, tackle complex cases as a team, and make a meaningful impact on the Kansas City community.

Compensation and Additional Benefits:

W2: $245k yearly
1099: $275,319 yearly
8 weeks of scheduled time off
Substantial sign-on bonus

Your expertise and teamwork will be essential in responding to complex cases and ensuring safe, efficient, high-quality anesthesia care.

Let’s bring better care, better teamwork, and better outcomes together.

Interested? Let’s talk!

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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