Anesthesiology Resident

University of Miami•Miami, FL

About The Position

The Anesthesiology Resident TP participates in structured programs to develop skills in anesthesiology and gain core competencies. The position is open to current Jackson Residents only. The resident receives focused regional anesthesia experience during the block rotation and evaluates patient therapeutic plans under the supervision of senior residents and attending staff. The role assists anesthesiologists with equipment setup and medication preparation, performs selected procedures, and prepares and maintains monitoring devices and anesthesia delivery systems before, during, and after anesthesia. The resident contributes to multidisciplinary rounds, meetings, and in-services and follows University and unit-level policies and procedures. Duties may be expanded as necessary.

Requirements

M.D., D.O., or comparable degree in a relevant field.
Certification in a relevant specialty or field.
Minimum 2 years of experience.
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
Commitment to the University’s core values.
Open to current Jackson Residents only.

Responsibilities

Receive focused experience in regional anesthesia during the block rotation.
Evaluate patient therapeutic plans under the supervision of senior residents and attending staff.
Assist anesthesiologists by setting up equipment and preparing medications.
Start IVs and independently draw arterial and venous blood gases.
Place central lines, arterial catheters, and chest tubes.
Facilitate attending physician decisions regarding invasive procedures before initiation.
Prepare and maintain patient monitoring devices and anesthesia delivery systems before, during, and after anesthesia.
Consider age-specific issues to meet the needs of various patient groups.
Maintain quality improvement, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
Document and maintain preventative maintenance and quality records.
Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, meetings, and in-services.
Adhere to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.