CAA-Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant

Description

Job title : CAA-Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant

Location : Wilmington, North Carolina - Wilmington SurgCare

Status : Full-time, Exempt

Department : Clinical

Reports to :  Physician Partner, Wilmington Division - David Lensch, MD, MM

Job Supervisory Responsibilities :  None

Job Summary :

The CAA-Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant manages all anesthetics with encouraged and supported autonomy, while practicing in an ACT setting at our ambulatory surgery center in Wilmington, NC, Wilmington SurgCare. Wilmington SurgCare currently operates six ORs, with the future expansion of four additional ORs. The CAA will use high patient acuity allowing the new and / or experienced CAA to fully implement their clinical skills and education, and continue to expand within any area of expertise that may be desired.

Duties / Responsibilities :

• Examine patients’ history for allergies or illnesses that would affect anesthesia.
• Evaluate and prepare patients, provide education about surgeries / procedures and recovery, and discuss possible side effects.
• Liaise with other members of the healthcare team such as MDs, nurses, and other healthcare workers.
• Determine appropriate amount, type, and method of anesthesia administration.
• Perform anesthetics; administer medication to patients for pain relief.
• Supervise and assist other CAAs / SAAs.
• Oversee recovery and pain management of patients.
• Inform patients of post-surgical and pain management procedures.
• Assist in patient procedure preparation.
• Provide support to other healthcare teams.
• Advise patients on medication type and dosage.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience :

OR

Required Skills / Abilities :

Work Environment / Physical Requirements :

ECAA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability, or other legally protected status.  This policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, as well as the use of the Company's facilities and participation in all activities sponsored by the Company.