Anesthesiologist Assistant - Aurora Medical Center Grafton

American Addiction Centers • Grafton, WI

97d • $85 - $136

About The Position

The position is for an Anesthesiologist Assistant within the Advocate Health system, specifically in the Anesthesiology department. This full-time role involves providing anesthesia services under the direction of an anesthesiologist, including general, regional, and monitored anesthesia care. The schedule offers flexibility with options for (4) 10-hour shifts or (5) 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, with no call, weekends, or holidays. The pay range for this position is between $85.00 and $136.00 per hour. The role includes responsibilities such as pre-anesthesia assessments, post-anesthesia care, and emergency response, along with the management of narcotic medications and guidance for anesthesiologist assistant students. The position requires a Master's Degree in Anesthesia and specific certifications within designated time frames.

Requirements

• Anesthesiologist Assistant license issued by the state of Wisconsin.
• Anesthesiologist Assistant (AA-C) certification from the NCCAA to be obtained within 18 months.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification from the AHA to be obtained within 6 months.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from the AHA to be obtained within 6 months.
• Master's Degree in Anesthesia.
• No prior experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team.
• Ability to manage multiple demands in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians and staff.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively.
• Intermediate computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides anesthesia services under the direction of an anesthesiologist, including general, regional, and monitored anesthesia care.
• Induces and maintains anesthesia at required levels and supports life functions during anesthesia administration.
• Records all pertinent events during anesthesia induction, maintenance, and emergence.
• Recognizes and takes corrective action for abnormal patient responses to anesthesia.
• Performs pre-anesthesia functions, ensuring appropriate examinations and tests are completed.
• Checks readiness and working conditions of all equipment used in anesthesia administration.
• Remains with the patient post-anesthesia until it is safe to transfer care.
• Advises post-anesthetic care personnel of specific patient problems.
• Administers post-operative pain relief in collaboration with the surgeon.
• Responsible for narcotic medication accounting and distribution.
• Responds to life-threatening emergencies by establishing and maintaining an airway.
• Assists nursing units with difficult IV insertions when requested.
• Provides work direction to anesthesiologist assistant students.
• Performs patient positioning and transporting duties, requiring physical lifting and pushing/pulling.

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus: $30,000 (2-year commitment).
• Student Loan Forgiveness: Up to $60,000 paid directly to lenders.
• Licensure & Certification Costs Covered.
• CME Reimbursement: $2,000 annually + 40 hours of CME PTO.
• Malpractice Insurance.
• PTO based on years of experience.
• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees