Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) - Charleston

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description Summary

Explore Your Options. Find Your Fit. Build Your Career.

Looking for your next CRNA opportunity? MUSC Health offers diverse anesthesia practice environments across Charleston, from complex adult surgical cases to specialized pediatric care, with flexible scheduling and opportunities for professional growth.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC000377 CHS - CRNA (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists) (Main)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-36

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

**Some locations are eligible for up to a $50,000 sign-on bonus.**

Our three primary downtown Charleston locations offer distinct clinical experiences:

 

University Hospital – Adult Trauma & Surgical Care

 

Experience the clinical variety of a Level I trauma center with 21 operating rooms and 10 non-operating room anesthesia (NORA) sites, averaging 65 cases daily.

 

• Clinical specialties : Trauma, transplant, orthopedics, neurosurgery, ENT, urology, gynecology, robotics, and burns
• Additional procedures : CT, MRI, bronchoscopy, neuroangiography, and interventional radiology
• Scheduling : Self-scheduling, with most CRNAs working three 13.5-hour shifts weekly and primarily volunteer-based weekend, holiday, and overnight coverage
• Additional incentive : $50,000 sign-on bonus for eligible hires plus a location stipend

 

Ashley River Tower (ART) – Advanced Cardiac & Transplant Care

 

Work with complex adult surgical cases, including advanced cardiac procedures, in one of MUSC's specialized surgical environments.

 

• Clinical specialties : Cardiac, thoracic, heart and lung transplants, vascular, oncology, colorectal, bariatric, plastics, and robotics
• Advanced procedures : Open-heart surgery, ventricular assist devices (VADs), and transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR)
• Scheduling : Flexible self-scheduling with 13-, 15-, and 24-hour shifts; no call and some weekend and holiday coverage
• Additional incentive : ART location stipend

 

Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital (SJCH) – Pediatric Specialty Care

 

Provide specialized pediatric anesthesia care at South Carolina's only Level I Pediatric Trauma Center, averaging 25 cases daily.

 

• Clinical specialties : Pediatric cardiac, trauma, transplant, oncology, neurosurgery, ENT, orthopedics, urology, ophthalmology, and general surgery
• Additional experience : Pediatric caudal anesthesia and procedures across cardiac cath labs and NORA sites
• Scheduling : Flexible self-scheduling
• Additional incentive : SJCH location stipend

 

Not sure which location is right for you? That's okay! When you apply, a short supplemental questionnaire will allow you to select one or more areas of interest.

 

Why MUSC Anesthesia?

 

Compensation & Benefits

 

• Competitive compensation with opportunities for annual performance-based pay increases
• Location-specific stipends and incentives for eligible positions
• State retirement options and comprehensive benefits
• Continuing education time and financial support
• Paid parental leave and potential Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility

 

Scheduling & Work-Life Balance

 

• Flexible self-scheduling opportunities
• Multiple shift arrangements depending on location
• Opportunities to find a practice environment that fits your professional and personal priorities

 

What You'll Do

• Deliver safe, evidence-based anesthesia care, including preoperative assessment, anesthesia administration and monitoring, postoperative evaluation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• CAAs practice under the clinical supervision of an anesthesiologist and administrative supervision of CAA leadership, consistent with applicable laws and MUSC policies.

 

What You'll Need

• Graduate of a COA-accredited nurse anesthesia program; master's degree or higher in nurse anesthesia required for individuals hired after March 1, 2019
• NBCRNA certification or recertification, or applicable eligibility for new graduates
• South Carolina APRN authorization or eligibility to obtain required licensure and authorization
• Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers certification
• Demonstrated clinical competency, proficiency with anesthesia equipment, and eligibility for required professional malpractice coverage

 

Position Details

• Scheduled Hours : 40 hours per week | Hourly
• Scheduling : Varies by practice location and departmental needs.

 

Your Next Chapter Starts Here

 

Experienced CRNAs and new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements:

Continuous

Stand, sit, or walk while performing duties; work indoors; bend at waist; perform gross motor, firm grasp, and fine manipulation with hands/fingers; fully use both legs; reach in all directions; perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders ; maintain corrected 20/40 vision (one or both eyes), near/far vision, color discrimination, depth perception, and good peripheral vision; maintain corrected hearing acuity; perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements; deal effectively with stressful situations; work in latex-safe environment.

(Selected positions) Maintain tactile sensory function; maintain good olfactory function; be physically qualified for respirator use initially and as required.

 

Frequent

Work from elevated areas and in confined/cramped spaces; twist at waist; squat and perform duties; perform pinching; reach overhead; use lower extremities for balance/coordination ; exert up to 50 lbs of force (e.g., transferring non-assisting 100 lb patient; ~20 lbs to push 400 lb patient in wheelchair on carpet; ~25 lbs to push stretcher one-handed); work rotating shifts and overtime as required.

 

Infrequent

Climb stairs; work outside in temperature extremes; kneel while performing duties; lift/carry 50 lbs unassisted; lift/lower 50 lbs floor to 36″ unassisted; lift 25 lbs from 36″ to overhead.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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