CRNA- Ardent Hillcrest Medical Center | Total Comp Up to $350K + Sign-On Bonus!

Essential Anesthesia Management is seeking a service-oriented Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join our team at Ardent Hillcrest Medical Center in Tulsa, OK. This is a rare opportunity to be part of a high-acuity, collegial group that supports autonomy, professional growth, and a strong work-life balance.

Position Highlights:

• Exceptional compensation:




• $300K base 1099


• Additional pay for OB shifts, post-call, and hours beyond 40/week


• Earning potential up to $350K+


• Sign-On Bonus Offered


• Student stipend up to 1 year before starting! 




• Diverse, high-acuity case mix: General, Urology, Orthopedic, GYN, Major Burn Center, Minimal Peds, Hepatobiliary, Vascular, EP Labs, Neuro Spine/Brain, Complex OB, and Neonatal Surgery.


• Perform at the top of your license: CRNAs perform their own neuraxial blocks and lines. Strong emphasis on ERAS and regional anesthesia.


• Competitive call schedule: Shared among 18 CRNAs, with an average of 2–4 calls per month — more available by request.


• Daily CRNA coverage: 18–20 CRNAs onsite covering 24 active anesthesia locations each day.


• Collaborative, experienced team: 25 full-time/part-time CRNAs, 4 general Anesthesiologists daily, 4 CV Anesthesiologists, and student Nurse Anesthetists.


• Time off: 8 weeks off annually


• CRNA-forward environment: CRNA-friendly, stable, and supportive of continued learning and skill advancement

Qualifications:

• Board certified


• New grads welcome! Hillcrest is a clinical site for 4 Nurse Anesthesia programs and a top choice for new graduates.


• Enthusiasm for full-scope practice – we offer training in regional anesthesia and OB for those interested

What We Offer:

• 1099 compensation model with earning potential over $350K


• Tailored onboarding and mentorship


• Paid malpractice coverage (including tail)


• Access to group benefits via preferred partnerships


• Supportive leadership from Corporate Clinical Leaders

About Tulsa, OK

• Tulsa is the second largest city in Oklahoma with a cost of living 12% lower than the national average


• Tulsa is known for it’s small-town feel with big city amenities!


• The area offers great public schools -  perfect for families

About Us:

Essential Anesthesia Management, a partnership between YPS and EmergencHealth, is a clinician-founded, clinician-led anesthesia management company striving to deliver the highest quality anesthesia care to both patients and hospitals alike. Over the past several years, we have experienced significant growth, providing turn-key department management at over 125 facilities in 6 states. Over 1400 CRNA and Anesthesiologist providers make up the Essential Team. We are continually seeking additional service-minded professionals to join our team and pride ourselves on hiring the best and brightest. We want to hire exceptional people. If you want to be part of a great anesthesia team that really understands the day-to-day demands in the OR, please give us a call at 469.860.8793.

Essential Anesthesia Management is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the assigned and essential functions.