The Department of Anesthesiology & Critical Care Medicine at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is seeking talented and motivated CRNAs to join our nationally recognized anesthesia team. We are recruiting for both General Anesthesia and Cardiac Anesthesia practice pathways — as well as candidates interested in a blended general/cardiac model within a high-acuity pediatric environment.

About the Opportunity

CHOP CRNAs provide anesthesia care for a broad range of pediatric surgical specialties including general surgery, ENT, orthopedics, neurosurgery, urology, plastics, trauma, and complex cardiac procedures. CHOP offers a collaborative practice model supported by world-class pediatric anesthesiologists, advanced technologies, and an environment focused on safety, learning, and team-based care.

We welcome experienced CRNAs and strong new graduates who are passionate about pediatric and/or cardiac anesthesia.

Key Responsibilities

Provide safe, high-quality anesthesia care to infants, children, and adolescents

Manage a diverse pediatric case mix based on specialty interests (General, Cardiac, or blended)

Perform anesthesia induction, maintenance, emergence, and airway management

Work collaboratively with anesthesiologists, surgeons, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams

Participate in ongoing education, simulation training, and professional development

Contribute to departmental initiatives including safety, quality improvement, and clinical innovation

Qualifications

Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Anesthesia program

Current CRNA certification (or eligible)

Pennsylvania CRNA licensure (or eligibility to obtain)

Strong interest in pediatric anesthesia; previous pediatric experience is a plus

For the cardiac track: experience or strong interest in high-acuity cardiac cases

Commitment to patient safety, family-centered care, and collaborative practice

Why CHOP?

Top-ranked pediatric hospital with one of the largest and most advanced pediatric anesthesia programs in the country

Opportunities to specialize in General, Cardiac, or a blended practice

High case variety: routine to highly complex

Strong culture of teamwork, education, and continuous development

Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for leadership, committees, education, and quality initiatives

New Grads Acceptable: Yes

Is Call Required: No