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Posted 20 July, 2026

Locum Tenens CRNA

Palm Careers LLC
Spokane, WA, US Full Time

Job Description

Locum CRNA Opportunity | Spokane, WashingtonLong-Term Assignment Through May 2027 | Negotiable Compensation | High-Acuity Tertiary Practice\n

Palm Health Resources is actively recruiting three experienced Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) for a long-term locum assignment supporting two leading hospitals within a major regional health system in Spokane, Washington.

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This is an outstanding opportunity for CRNAs who thrive in a busy, high-acuity surgical environment and are seeking long-term schedule stability. You'll join an experienced anesthesia team with exposure to a broad range of complex surgical specialties while enjoying the flexibility and earning potential of locum tenens.

Assignment Overview\n

Start: As soon as credentialed (approximately 6090 days)

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Duration: Through May 31, 2027

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Coverage: Scheduled clinical hours only (No Call)

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Schedule:

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  • Full-time ongoing coverage
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  • Minimum 3 shifts per week
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  • Typically 8-, 10-, or 12-hour day shifts based on procedural volume
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  • Providers must be available throughout the month (no week-on/week-off or piecemeal schedules)
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Practice Sites:

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  • Primary tertiary hospital
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  • Occasional coverage at a second hospital approximately 15 minutes away within the same health system
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EMR: Epic

Practice Highlights\n
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  • Large tertiary referral program with 28 operating rooms
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  • Busy, high-volume surgical service
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  • Fast-paced trauma environment
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  • Adult and pediatric patient population
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  • Coverage across two hospitals within the same regional health system
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Top-tier trauma experience is strongly preferred.

Case Mix\n
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  • General
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  • Orthopedic
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  • Neuro & Spine
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  • OB
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  • Pediatrics
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  • Cardiac & Thoracic
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  • Vascular
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  • Regional Anesthesia
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Required Clinical Skills\n
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  • General anesthesia
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  • Regional, spinal, and epidural anesthesia
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  • Ventilation management
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  • Central and arterial line management
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  • Acute hemodynamic management
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Requirements\n
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  • NBCRNA Certification
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  • ACLS
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  • PALS
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  • DEA Registration
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  • Washington license preferred, though providers with any active state license may be presented
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  • Strong trauma experience in a high-acuity hospital setting
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  • Ability to commit to ongoing full-time coverage through the duration of the assignment
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Compensation & Benefits\n

Rate: Negotiable based on provider availability, commitment, and experiencewe pay at the top of the market.

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Palm Health provides:

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  • Paid travel
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  • Paid lodging
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  • Rental car
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  • A+ rated malpractice insurance with tail coverage
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  • Long-term housing support (approximately $3,600/month for extended stays)
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  • 1099 independent contractor structure
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Palm Health Locum Benefits\n
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  • Competitive, negotiable compensation
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  • Paid travel, lodging, rental car, and malpractice insurance
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  • Dedicated credentialing specialists
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  • 24/7 recruiter and operations support
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  • Access to Independent Contractor Benefits Association (ICBA) resources
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  • Significant referral bonuses for CRNA and physician referrals
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  • Exclusive nationwide anesthesia opportunities
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  • Long-term assignment planning and contract stacking
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Why This Assignment?\n
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  • High-acuity tertiary referral center
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  • Diverse surgical case mix
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  • No call responsibilities
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  • Stable assignment through May 2027
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  • Full-time schedule with long-term consistency
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  • Practice across two hospitals within one respected regional health system
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  • Ideal for experienced CRNAs seeking challenging clinical work and dependable locum income
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Why Spokane?\n

Located in eastern Washington, Spokane offers one of the Pacific Northwest's best combinations of outdoor recreation, affordability, and quality of life.

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  • Four distinct seasons
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  • Mountains, lakes, rivers, and outdoor recreation
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  • Vibrant downtown restaurants, breweries, and entertainment
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  • Easy airport access
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  • Lower cost of living than Seattle while maintaining excellent amenities
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