Anesthetist Jobs in Wisconsin
Anesthetist jobs in Wisconsin draw consistent demand from the state's large integrated health systems, academic medical centers, and surgical specialty groups, with openings at every level from newly certified CRNAs to experienced practitioners in leadership roles. The highest concentrations of hiring are in Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay, where employers such as Froedtert Health, UW Health, and Advocate Aurora Health maintain ongoing anesthesia staffing needs. Pain management, cardiac anesthesia, and obstetric anesthesia are among the most actively recruited specialties across Wisconsin facilities. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides all elements of pre-anesthesia, anesthesia and post-anesthesia services including general, regional, and monitored anesthesia care consistent with anesthesia plan and in collaboration with the surgeon/anesthesiologist/surgical team.
Manages conditions based on clinical indication, evidence-based care, cost effectiveness, and assessment of risks/benefits and alternatives.
Participates in preoperative evaluation including but not limited to assessment, exam, obtaining informed consent, ordering/administering pre‐medications, requesting and/or review of preoperative studies.
Ensures readiness and availability of equipment, supplies and medications to perform the planned anesthetic.
Delivers anesthesia care including induction, maintenance, support of life functions, and emergence from anesthesia.
Selects, obtains, and administers the necessary anesthetics, adjuvant drugs, fluids, and temperature regulating devices to manage the anesthetic, assesses response, and intervene as needed.
Performs post-anesthesia duties including remaining with the patient and facilitating safe transfer of care to other qualified individuals; administering post-operative epidural pain relief and other post-operative analgesia in collaboration with the surgeon; and making post-anesthetic visits regarding the presence or absence of anesthesia related complications.
Manage emergency situations by assessing, stabilizing, and determining disposition of patients, including providing advanced airway management, administration of emergency drugs and fluids, and using basic and advanced cardiac life support techniques.
Maintains accurate, complete, concise, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record. Substantiates and submits professional services consistent with compliant coding and billing practices.
Other responsibilities:
Participates in quality, safety and peer review initiatives/performance activities, organizational and/or departmental meetings and committees, peer review, and workgroups as necessary.
Participates in education and/or onboarding of new team members, students, and other health care professionals.
Seeks experiences to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and advance the profession within and outside of the organization.
Maintains standards of productivity, access, face-to-face time, and quality metrics to ensure optimal, safe and timely patient care delivery.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
License/Registration/Certification Required:
Active RN, and APRN/APRN-FPA/APNP or other APRN license(s) in state(s) of practice, AND
Active national board certification as CRNA by nationally certifying board (NBCRNA).
Active DEA registration prior to hire
If Illinois practice: active Illinois Controlled Substance License prior to hire
Active ACLS, PALS, NRP as required by clinical site/practice and/or role prior to or within 6 months of hire
Education Required: Master’s Degree in Nursing
Experience Required: No experience required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Demonstrated high level of clinical proficiency, and excellent decision-making skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective member of a health care team.
Demonstrated ability to adapt to evolving technology and proficiency with the electronic medical record.
Excellent communication skills. Ability to effectively collaborate with and establish/build relationships with others.
Proven organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Must have functional vision and hearing.
Must be able to:
- Lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
- Lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
- Carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
- Push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
- Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.
Will be exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids.
Will be required to wear gloves, goggles and gowns on an as-needed basis.
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently during work shift.
Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides all elements of pre-anesthesia, anesthesia and post-anesthesia services including general, regional, and monitored anesthesia care consistent with anesthesia plan and in collaboration with the surgeon/anesthesiologist/surgical team.
Manages conditions based on clinical indication, evidence-based care, cost effectiveness, and assessment of risks/benefits and alternatives.
Participates in preoperative evaluation including but not limited to assessment, exam, obtaining informed consent, ordering/administering pre‐medications, requesting and/or review of preoperative studies.
Ensures readiness and availability of equipment, supplies and medications to perform the planned anesthetic.
Delivers anesthesia care including induction, maintenance, support of life functions, and emergence from anesthesia.
Selects, obtains, and administers the necessary anesthetics, adjuvant drugs, fluids, and temperature regulating devices to manage the anesthetic, assesses response, and intervene as needed.
Performs post-anesthesia duties including remaining with the patient and facilitating safe transfer of care to other qualified individuals; administering post-operative epidural pain relief and other post-operative analgesia in collaboration with the surgeon; and making post-anesthetic visits regarding the presence or absence of anesthesia related complications.
Manage emergency situations by assessing, stabilizing, and determining disposition of patients, including providing advanced airway management, administration of emergency drugs and fluids, and using basic and advanced cardiac life support techniques.
Maintains accurate, complete, concise, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record. Substantiates and submits professional services consistent with compliant coding and billing practices.
Other responsibilities:
Participates in quality, safety and peer review initiatives/performance activities, organizational and/or departmental meetings and committees, peer review, and workgroups as necessary.
Participates in education and/or onboarding of new team members, students, and other health care professionals.
Seeks experiences to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and advance the profession within and outside of the organization.
Maintains standards of productivity, access, face-to-face time, and quality metrics to ensure optimal, safe and timely patient care delivery.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
License/Registration/Certification Required:
Active RN, and APRN/APRN-FPA/APNP or other APRN license(s) in state(s) of practice, AND
Active national board certification as CRNA by nationally certifying board (NBCRNA).
Active DEA registration prior to hire
If Illinois practice: active Illinois Controlled Substance License prior to hire
Active ACLS, PALS, NRP as required by clinical site/practice and/or role prior to or within 6 months of hire
Education Required: Master’s Degree in Nursing
Experience Required: No experience required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Demonstrated high level of clinical proficiency, and excellent decision-making skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective member of a health care team.
Demonstrated ability to adapt to evolving technology and proficiency with the electronic medical record.
Excellent communication skills. Ability to effectively collaborate with and establish/build relationships with others.
Proven organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Must have functional vision and hearing.
Must be able to:
- Lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
- Lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
- Carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
- Push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
- Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.
Will be exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids.
Will be required to wear gloves, goggles and gowns on an as-needed basis.
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently during work shift.
Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
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Anesthetist Job Market in Wisconsin
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Who's Hiring
- Advocate Aurora Health12
- Mayo Clinic4
- SSM Health3
- Medical College of Wisconsin2
- UW Health1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in anesthetist jobs across Wisconsin.
- Active Wisconsin CRNA licensure or eligibility for Wisconsin advanced practice registered nurse registration
- Current NBCRNA certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
- Completion of an accredited nurse anesthesia graduate program, typically at the master's or doctoral level
- Active BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications maintained throughout employment
- Minimum one to three years of clinical anesthesia experience for most non-entry-level positions
- Demonstrated competency in regional anesthesia techniques and airway management procedures
Anesthetist Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a anesthetist in Wisconsin?
To practice as an anesthetist in Wisconsin, you must obtain a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist license through the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. That requires a registered nursing license, completion of an accredited nurse anesthesia graduate program, and passing the National Certification Examination administered by the NBCRNA. Wisconsin also requires CRNAs to maintain continuing education for license renewal on a two-year cycle.
How much do anesthetists make in Wisconsin?
Anesthetists in Wisconsin earn a median of about $273,170 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $223,690 for the lowest 10% to over $320,630 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire anesthetists in Wisconsin?
Employers hiring anesthetists in Wisconsin right now include Advocate Aurora Health, Mayo Clinic, and SSM Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Wisconsin's large integrated systems, including academic-affiliated programs in Milwaukee and Madison, tend to post the most consistent anesthesia openings across inpatient, outpatient surgical, and pain management settings.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most anesthetist jobs?
The Wisconsin cities with the most anesthetist openings are Madison, Sheboygan, and Elkhorn. Milwaukee leads because of the concentration of large health systems and tertiary care facilities there, while Madison's openings are anchored by UW Health and the surrounding academic medical infrastructure. Smaller markets like Green Bay reflect growing surgical and specialty care demand serving Wisconsin's northern and central regions.
Are there remote anesthetist jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, but they're rare. Anesthesia is a hands-on clinical specialty requiring physical presence in the operating room or procedure suite, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 0% of anesthetist openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to involve telehealth pain management consulting or administrative and leadership functions rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a anesthetist in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic path for candidates without anesthesia experience is securing an acute care RN position in an ICU or cardiac unit at a major Wisconsin health system such as Froedtert Health or UW Health, which is the standard prerequisite for nurse anesthesia program admission. From there, applying to Wisconsin-based CRNA programs, including the program at Marquette University, builds the clinical hours and credentials employers require. Some Wisconsin facilities hire new graduate CRNAs into structured orientation programs, so targeting those postings at academic-affiliated hospitals gives candidates without independent experience the best entry point.
Where can I find and apply to anesthetist jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to anesthetist jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your credentials and preferred location, and apply directly through the listings.
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