Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), Independent Contractor

Vail Health has become the world’s most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital.  This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here.

Independent Contractor CRNA Full Time in Vail, Colorado!

Type: PSA / 1099 Independent Contractor
Required Commitment: FULL-TIME for a minimum of 16–20 weeks (4–6 months)
Locations: Vail Health Hospital, Vail Valley Surgery Centers, Dillon Surgery Center

We’re seeking an experienced CRNA for a full-time independent contractor assignment, providing anesthesia care across multiple Vail Health facilities. This is your chance to practice at a high level and live where people vacation.

Join Vail Health, a nationally recognized, independent health system located in the heart of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains.
Here, your expertise is valued, your autonomy is supported, and your quality of life is a priority.

What You’ll Do

Vail Health operates a 56-bed state-of-the-art hospital and three outpatient surgery centers across the Eagle and Summit Counties. The anesthesia service line supports a high-acuity orthopedic and spine caseload—professional athletes, complex reconstructions, and sports medicine—without cardiac or neuro call. OB coverage available for those with experience; not required.

• Deliver safe, patient-centered anesthesia care across a diverse case mix


• Partner closely with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and perioperative staff to ensure exceptional patient care

What You Need

• 5+ years CRNA experience


• Colorado RN license (or compact) + Colorado CRNA certification


• BLS, ACLS, PALS


• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field


• Proficiency with Microsoft applications and required systems

Important Requirement

This is a 1099 Independent Contractor role — not an employee position.

You must be available to work a full-time schedule for a minimum of 16–20 weeks.

If you are interested in a W2/Employed CRNA role with Vail Health, more information can be found here: Click Here