CAA - Anesthesiologist Assistant

CAA - Anesthesiologist Assistant Under medical direction of staff anesthesiologist, this position provides professional anesthesia services in all hospital areas. Assists with anesthesia‑related medical situations such as airway maintenance and pulmonary ventilation. Responsibilities Performs preoperative evaluation by assessing staff notes, progress notes, lab work, and patient histories to determine the most appropriate anesthetic management. The CAA may order additional analyses, consultations, lab work, and peri‑anesthetic medications as warranted. Monitors functioning of all equipment and induces general and/or regional anesthesia using anesthesia procedures and methods. Manages the anesthetic procedure by monitoring appropriate physical, physiochemical, and biochemical indicators such as blood pressure, heart rate, EKG, blood loss, patient position, pulmonary compliance, arterial blood bases, etc. Adjusts anesthesia procedures as required and informs other medical personnel of all necessary developments. Oversees recovery from anesthesia by observing the appropriate indicators in surgery as well as the post‑anesthesia recovery room; performs post‑operative evaluation. Makes appropriate entries in staff notes, on anesthesia records, and in the patients' charts. Minimum Qualifications Certification by the National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA) as a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA); current professional licensure in the state of Utah; and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required. The CAA certification is granted after successful completion of an accredited anesthesiologist assistant program. This position is patient‑sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above. Compensation & Benefits • Total compensation package ranges from $292,000 to $311,000 annually, including a 14.2% employer contribution to your 401(k) . $30,000 moving stipend/sign‑on bonus offered for relocation. Paid Time Off: 7.6 weeks (38 days) including vacation, personal leave days, CME time and paid holidays. Twelve sick days annually (96 hours) , earned monthly. Over‑time pay at an impressive rate of $145 per hour . The role is in Utah. #J-18808-Ljbffr