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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist jobs on OPT are available but competitive. CRNAs administer anesthesia in surgical, obstetric, and pain management settings, and the role requires a graduate-level nursing degree plus NBCRNA certification. Standard OPT lasts 12 months, and STEM OPT extension does not apply to this field.
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Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) is currently hiring qualified CRNA’s to work at our Main Campus in Boston, MA. This advanced practice position offers interested individuals the opportunity to develop their clinical skills with a dynamic anesthesia team in a large, academic medical center with a rich history and strong medical school affiliation.
The CRNA I is a board-certified licensed clinician who provides anesthesia services to all patients in the organization. General responsibilities include review of patients' medical history, administration and management of anesthesia, and monitors patient during procedure or throughout peri-operative period. Incumbent is responsible for supplying documentation of continued registration as a CRNA (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist).
At MGH, CRNAs have a great working relationship with anesthesiologists and are part of an integrated care team model. We have an exceptional leadership team, an extensive orientation and training program and regularly scheduled check-ins to support new graduate CRNAs and ensure they succeed in an acute, fast paced environment. Our focus on teaching, learning, and innovation prepares our CRNAs for growth and development within the department. Departmental specific benefits include meeting time and an educational stipend.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Master's Degree Nurse Anesthesia Practitioner required
Licenses and Credentials
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist [CRNA (NBCRNA)] - National Board of Certification and Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA) required
Mass Registered Nurse preferred
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
Experience
Experience as a CRNA or New Graduate 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics and pharmacology as related to anesthesia.
- Foreign language skills for patient population is desired.
- Demonstrates clinical competence within the scope of clinical practice standards set by the department.
- Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic, team-based care setting, with the ability to work independently as well as in a care team to deliver high quality care.
- Effective interpersonal skills to work with surgeons and staff in a variety of cases and environments. Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.
- Ability to keep up with up to date best practices in the field of anesthesia.
- Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
- Ability to maintain quality control standards.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Our practice environment reflects the values of our hospital, combining knowledge, skill, and compassion to create a workforce that is caring, innovative, scientific, and empowering. MGH is one of the first academic hospital-based centers in the country dedicated to building a diverse community of physicians, scientists, and patient care services professionals that mirrors the patient population we serve, fostering a culture of inclusion and respect. You contribute to our success and every role has an impact on patients' lives.
Our CRNAs:
- Place IVs, A-lines and central lines, and do our own spinals, epidurals, fiberoptic intubations and occasional regional blocks
- Handle a wide variety of cases including trauma, burns, general surgery, orthopedics, neurology, vascular, thoracic, electrophysiology, endoscopy, interventional radiology, and pediatrics
- Collaborate with expert clinicians in the OR (e.g. providers, nurses and surgeons)
- Some of our sites offer regional and cardiac
- Work synergistically with our anesthesiologists in a care team model
- Gain access to the full scope of anesthesia practices and increased autonomy over time
Join us for the opportunity to make a difference. Apply today to connect with our Talent Acquisition team!
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
101 Merrimac Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$280,009.60 - $305,000.00/Annual
Grade
8CRNA
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
INTRODUCTION
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) is currently hiring qualified CRNA’s to work at our Main Campus in Boston, MA. This advanced practice position offers interested individuals the opportunity to develop their clinical skills with a dynamic anesthesia team in a large, academic medical center with a rich history and strong medical school affiliation.
The CRNA I is a board-certified licensed clinician who provides anesthesia services to all patients in the organization. General responsibilities include review of patients' medical history, administration and management of anesthesia, and monitors patient during procedure or throughout peri-operative period. Incumbent is responsible for supplying documentation of continued registration as a CRNA (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist).
At MGH, CRNAs have a great working relationship with anesthesiologists and are part of an integrated care team model. We have an exceptional leadership team, an extensive orientation and training program and regularly scheduled check-ins to support new graduate CRNAs and ensure they succeed in an acute, fast paced environment. Our focus on teaching, learning, and innovation prepares our CRNAs for growth and development within the department. Departmental specific benefits include meeting time and an educational stipend.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Master's Degree Nurse Anesthesia Practitioner required
Licenses and Credentials
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist [CRNA (NBCRNA)] - National Board of Certification and Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA) required
Mass Registered Nurse preferred
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
Experience
Experience as a CRNA or New Graduate 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics and pharmacology as related to anesthesia.
- Foreign language skills for patient population is desired.
- Demonstrates clinical competence within the scope of clinical practice standards set by the department.
- Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic, team-based care setting, with the ability to work independently as well as in a care team to deliver high quality care.
- Effective interpersonal skills to work with surgeons and staff in a variety of cases and environments. Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.
- Ability to keep up with up to date best practices in the field of anesthesia.
- Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
- Ability to maintain quality control standards.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Our practice environment reflects the values of our hospital, combining knowledge, skill, and compassion to create a workforce that is caring, innovative, scientific, and empowering. MGH is one of the first academic hospital-based centers in the country dedicated to building a diverse community of physicians, scientists, and patient care services professionals that mirrors the patient population we serve, fostering a culture of inclusion and respect. You contribute to our success and every role has an impact on patients' lives.
Our CRNAs:
- Place IVs, A-lines and central lines, and do our own spinals, epidurals, fiberoptic intubations and occasional regional blocks
- Handle a wide variety of cases including trauma, burns, general surgery, orthopedics, neurology, vascular, thoracic, electrophysiology, endoscopy, interventional radiology, and pediatrics
- Collaborate with expert clinicians in the OR (e.g. providers, nurses and surgeons)
- Some of our sites offer regional and cardiac
- Work synergistically with our anesthesiologists in a care team model
- Gain access to the full scope of anesthesia practices and increased autonomy over time
Join us for the opportunity to make a difference. Apply today to connect with our Talent Acquisition team!
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
101 Merrimac Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$280,009.60 - $305,000.00/Annual
Grade
8CRNA
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Verify your NBCRNA certification is active before applying
Employers won't move forward without proof of current NBCRNA certification. Confirm your certification status is active and your state CRNA license is in good standing before submitting any application. Licensing delays eat directly into your OPT window.
Target hospital systems over independent practices
Large hospital networks and academic medical centers have established HR processes for OPT workers, including I-9 verification and work authorization tracking. Independent anesthesia groups often lack the infrastructure to onboard international graduates on time-limited work authorization.
Start your job search at least four months before graduation
CRNA hiring cycles are lengthy. Credentialing, privileging, and state licensure alone can take 60 to 90 days after an offer is signed. Beginning your search early gives you enough runway before your OPT start date to clear those requirements.
Be upfront about your OPT end date in early conversations
CRNA roles involve significant onboarding investment from employers. Disclosing your OPT timeline early builds trust and filters out employers who won't sponsor H-1B visa. It prevents wasted time on both sides and surfaces H-1B-willing employers faster.
Ask specifically about H-1B sponsorship, not just OPT acceptance
An employer willing to hire you on OPT is not automatically willing to sponsor H-1B. Ask directly during the offer stage whether the organization has sponsored H-1B for CRNAs before, and confirm that policy applies to your position.
Factor credentialing timelines into your OPT planning
Hospital credentialing committees typically meet monthly, and delays push your actual start date back weeks. Account for this when calculating how much OPT time you'll have after onboarding completes. Starting your search early reduces the risk of a compressed authorization window.
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as CRNAs in the United States?
Yes, F-1 students who have completed a CRNA program can work as Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists during their post-completion OPT period. Standard OPT provides 12 months of work authorization. Because CRNA programs are classified under nursing rather than a STEM field, the 24-month STEM OPT extension is not available, making early H-1B planning especially important.
Does the CRNA role qualify for a STEM OPT extension?
No. CRNA programs are typically classified under nursing or nurse anesthesia CIP codes, which are not on the STEM Designated Degree Program List maintained by DHS. This means your OPT authorization is capped at 12 months. If you want to continue working after that window closes, your employer must sponsor an H-1B or another qualifying nonimmigrant visa before your OPT expires.
What visa options exist after OPT ends for CRNAs?
The H-1B is the most common path. CRNA qualifies as a specialty occupation because the role requires a graduate-level nursing degree and national certification. Some CRNAs in research or academic settings may also qualify for an O-1 visa based on extraordinary ability. TN visa status is available for Canadian and Mexican nationals under NAFTA successor rules, with registered nurse listed as a qualifying TN category.
How do I find CRNA employers that sponsor OPT and H-1B?
Migrate Mate is the best starting point. It surfaces CRNA jobs from employers with documented visa sponsorship history, so you're not guessing which hospital systems or anesthesia groups will support your work authorization. Filtering specifically for OPT-friendly employers saves significant time compared to cold outreach to organizations with no track record of international hiring.
Can I start a CRNA job on OPT before my license clears in every state?
You can begin work in the state where your license is active, but you cannot practice in a state where licensure is still pending. Employers hiring CRNAs expect you to hold an active state license before your start date, not just your NBCRNA certification. Confirm the licensing timeline for your target state early, because some boards take 60 to 90 days to process applications from international graduates.