CAA

Position Description :

CAA ( Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant ) - Pediatrics - Children's of Wisconsin Hospital / Medical College of Wisconsin

The Medical College of Wisconsin and Children's of Wisconsin Hospital are seeking a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) to join its Pediatric Anesthesiology Division . At Children's of Wisconsin, the practice of anesthesiology encompasses a medically directed team approach 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 pediatric patient population, working directly under the supervision of our Pediatric Anesthesiologists and as part of a team of highly trained and dedicated team of CAAs and CRNAs.

Responsibilities :

• 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.

Position Specifications :

Position Highlights

Benefits

Education

In addition to our Physician resident and fellow training programs, we offer a Master of Science in Anesthesia program - one of just 12 in the nation. We launched our program in 2016, recognizing a growing need for skilled anesthetists in Wisconsin and throughout the country. The program is fully accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.

Research

Research in the Department is internationally recognized for its contributions to calcium channel biophysics, vascular reactivity, myocardial protection, and experimental neurosciences, with a focus on traumatic brain injury and the physiology and pharmacology of pain modulation. Our research is supported by funding from the National Institutes of Health, National Science Foundation, Department of Defense, Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin, the VA, American Heart Association and the Foundation for Anesthesia Education and Research, among others.

Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. All interactions will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant. Nominations and applications, including current Resume / CV and optional a cover letter stating reasons for interest in the role, may be submitted to :

Becky Trujillo bltrujillo@mcw.edu

Medical College of Wisconsin

At the core of everything we do at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the pursuit of new knowledge and the power of academic medicine. Bringing together the world's top scientists and clinicians, inspired students, and invested communities, we are driven to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is home to a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to build a healthier world and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge. MCW has approximately 1,600 full-time and part-time faculty and approximately 3,445 full-time employees.

Milwaukee

Milwaukee, the largest city in Wisconsin, is located on Lake Michigan's western shore. A metropolitan area with more than 1.5 million people, Milwaukee is an affordable, comfortable place to live, work, and play, big enough to be exciting and uncongested enough to get around easily. Milwaukee's many neighborhoods have incredible charm, accommodating a variety of lifestyles, from high-rise apartments to small farms. Nestled along a magnificent bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, Milwaukee's downtown is home to botanical gardens, museums, a theater district, the world champion Milwaukee Bucks, the Milwaukee Brewers, and many fine restaurants. The lake and its harbors are skirted by scenic parklands and provide first-class opportunities for recreation, including hiking, cycling, boating, and more. A recent study ranked Milwaukee as the 15th most walkable of the 50 largest US cities.

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Preferred Schedule :

Position Requirements :

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

Licensure :

Wisconsin licensure or eligible

AHA BCLS and / or ACLS

Organizational Structure

Department : Anesthesiology

Division : Pediatric Anesthesiology

Reports to (Title) : Chief, CAA / CRNA Program, Children's Wisconsin

Direct Reports (Titles) : None

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

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity / expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants, or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.