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Join a collaborative anesthesia team within a modern rural hospital where autonomy, team culture and structured time away from work are prioritized.

CCI Anesthesia is seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join the anesthesia team at Astera Health – Wadena Clinic in Minnesota. This role offers the opportunity to practice in a supportive clinical environment where collaboration among anesthesia providers, surgeons and hospital leadership is central to patient care.

The position follows a 2 weeks on / 1 week off rotation, providing a consistent rhythm that balances clinical engagement with extended time away from work. Providers benefit from a stable surgical program and an environment that values clinical expertise and teamwork.

• Compensation: $350,000 annual compensation
• Schedule:
  
  35 working weeks annually with a 2 weeks on / 1 week off rotation
• Practice Environment:
  Collaborative rural hospital with modern facilities
• Clinical Scope:
  Diverse surgical cases within a supportive team setting
• Work-Life Balance: 17 weeks off annually

Astera Health’s Wadena campus provides a modern healthcare environment designed to support efficient surgical care and strong interdisciplinary collaboration. Anesthesia providers work closely with surgeons, nursing teams and hospital leadership in a setting where communication and teamwork are highly valued.

The hospital’s scale allows anesthesia providers to maintain meaningful involvement in patient care while practicing within a stable and supportive surgical program.

Astera Health serves as a regional healthcare provider for north-central Minnesota and surrounding communities. The organization is known for delivering high-quality rural healthcare and maintaining strong relationships with the communities it serves.

For CRNAs, Astera Health offers the opportunity to practice a broad range of clinical anesthesia in a modern facility while working within a small, collaborative team environment. Providers benefit from strong professional relationships with surgical colleagues and the ability to make a direct impact on patient care in a community-focused setting.

Wadena offers a relaxed lifestyle in the heart of Minnesota’s lake country while maintaining access to regional amenities.

• Outdoor lifestyle:
  Nearby lakes, forests and trails support year-round recreation, including fishing, boating, hunting, hiking and snowmobiling.
• Short commutes:
  Minimal traffic and convenient travel times reduce daily stress.
• Affordable living:
  Housing and overall cost of living are significantly lower than in most metropolitan areas.
• Strong community atmosphere: A welcoming environment where healthcare providers play an important role in the community.
• Balanced lifestyle:
  Competitive compensation and structured time off allow providers to enjoy extended time away from the hospital.

CCI is different from other anesthesia practice management companies in virtually every way. We offer more of what you want out of a career. More transparency. More balance. More independence. And more respect

Why are we different? Because CCI is family owned. Since our inception, we have remained a privately-owned group with no private equity investors pressing for wider margins, which means we generously invest in our greatest resource—our providers.

At CCI, we work diligently to foster a culture of transparency and mutual respect. Here, CRNAs collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals who understand your crucial role in delivering exceptional care. Our track record and…