CAA-Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant
On-siteRaleigh, North Carolina, United States or North Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Manage all anesthetics in a Care Team Model at WakeMed Raleigh Hospital, including cardiac, pediatrics, obstetrics, and orthopedics. Examine patient histories for allergies or illnesses, evaluate and prepare patients, and discuss side effects. Determine appropriate anesthesia administration methods and perform anesthetics while administering pain relief medication. Liaise with MDs, nurses, and other healthcare workers to oversee recovery and pain management. Supervise and assist other CAAs, inform patients of post-surgical procedures, and advise on medication dosage. Provide support to healthcare teams and perform other duties as assigned. Work full-time, self-scheduling with high patient acuity.
Required Qualifications
- Must be a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant, or in the process of completing the certification through an accredited CAA program.
- Current or compact RN license in the state of North Carolina, or able to obtain NC licensure.
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.
- Current AA license through the Medical Board.
- Ability to provide safe pre-and post-anesthetic care using innovative and proven techniques.
- Ability to assess patients' medical history and plan anesthesia administration for the best outcome.
- High patient acuity with the ability to provide compassionate care to every patient.
- Ability to work in a team, but also autonomously when needed.
- Strong written and oral skills with the ability to communicate clearly under pressure.
- Proficient with technology including medical equipment and computers.
- Must have the ability to stand for longer periods of time and be accustomed to frequent and prolonged movement.
- Ability to perform work in a hospital where the environment may be stressful and often disruptive.
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