Description

Overview

Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants needed in El Paso, Texas. Come join our highly successful and established group that offers clinical variety and growth opportunities!

Responsibilities

Broad case mix including but not limited to, orthopedics, spine, general and urology.

Work alongside anesthesiologists to administer anesthesia and monitor patients before, during and after surgery

Prepare equipment and medication for anesthesia administration

Assist in placing and managing invasive monitoring devices such as arterial lines, central lines and pulmonary artery catheters

Provide support in airway management, such as intubation and extubation

Monitor patient vital signs and adjust anesthesia levels as needed

Document patient care accurately and in a timely manner

Assist with patient transport and hand off to the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU)

Qualifications

Certified Anesthesia Assistant (CAA) or Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA).

Current certification with the National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA).

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications.

An active and unencumbered CAA license in the state of employment

No flagged or under investigation licenses.

Skills

Excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain productivity and focus under challenging circumstances.

Proficiency in anesthesia equipment and medication administration.

Ability to adapt to different hospital environments and anesthesia protocols.

Education Requirements

Completion of a Bachelor of Science degree in a related field such as nursing, pre-med or biology.

Completion of an accredited Anesthesiologist Assistant program.

Master of Science in Anesthesiologist Assistant Studies.

New grads are welcome to apply!

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