Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant or Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CAA/CRNA) - Anesthesiology

The Medical College of Wisconsin’s Department of Anesthesiology is seeking a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant or Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CAA/CRNA). This role will work with a medically directed team involving faculty anesthesiologists, anesthesiology fellows, residents and advanced practice certified nurse anesthetists and CAAs. The successful candidate must possess the ability to provide high quality anesthesia care to a complex patient population, working directly under the supervision of our Adult Anesthesiologists and as part of a team of highly trained and dedicated team of CAAs and certified nurse anesthetists. 

The successful candidate must possess the ability to provide high quality anesthesia care to a complex patient population, working directly under the supervision of our Anesthesiologists and as part of a team of highly trained and dedicated team of CAA’s and CRNA’s.

For more information about our program please visit: http://www.mcw.edu/Anesthesiology

Position Highlights

• Administer general and local anesthesia

• Maintain anesthesia delivery systems and monitors, including testing and calibration

• Prepare patients to be effectively monitored

• Monitor patients under anesthesia

• Make recommendations regarding anesthetic care plans

• Perform post-procedure tests on patients to ensure that they are recovering well

• Responsible for the operation of anesthesia equipment to monitor patients while delivering direct anesthesia care.

• Provide direct patient care before, during and after anesthesia to ensure continuity of care and quality.

• Obtain complete patient medical histories, conducting physical exams, and pre-procedure interviews

• Review the complete patient medical history to confirm its authenticity with the patient/family to ensure it is accurate with the physical exams and pre-procedure interviews

• Administer/order required diagnostic and laboratory tests

• Work with Anesthesiologists to determine the next step of prep for the procedures and begin the stages of prepping the patient for the procedure

• Employ CPR or other emergency procedures as indicated

• Perform varies administrative duties that might involve collecting medical records, conducting patient chart reviews, and following up with patients/families pre or post procedures

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by most people assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements.  Scheduling flexibility is required to accommodate changing business needs.

Qualifications:

Preferred Experience:

• Previous CAA/CRNA experience in Adult Anesthesiology or Adult Health Care experience a plus!

Minimum Education:

• CAA: Master’s of Science in Anesthesiology

• CRNA: Master’s Degree or higher in Nursing

Certification:

• Candidates can be either a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant or Certified Nurse Anesthetists

• Board eligible for certification are also encouraged to apply

Licensure:

• Wisconsin licensure or eligible

• AHA BCLS and/or ACLS

Organizational Structure

• Department:  Anesthesiology

• Division:  Adult Anesthesiology

• Reports to (Title): Chief, Adult CAA and Program Manager

• Direct Reports (Titles):  None

• Collaborates with (Titles):  Division Director, Faculty and Anesthesiology Team

Why MCW?

• 8% matching 403(b) after two years of employment

• 20 days vacation and 8 observed holidays + paid sick time

• CME annual allowance -$ 2,000

• Potential to pick up additional shifts

• Robust benefits package, including health, dental, life insurance, and disability coverage

• Adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement program, wellness programs, and more special benefit

• *Highly Competitive Sign-On*

Procedure for Candidacy

To submit your application, please click on “Apply Now.” You will create a candidate profile, and you will be prompted to upload your CV and your cover letter, describing y