Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant - Anesthesiology - Coastal Carolina Hospital

Vituity • Hardeeville, SC

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About The Position

As a Certified Anesthesiology Assistant, you play a critical role in our mission to improve lives in Anesthesiology and are a valued member of the full care team. At Vituity we know the impact you can have. Join the Vituity Team. At Vituity we've cultivated an environment where passion thrives, and success comes through shared purpose. We were founded in a culture that values team accomplishments more than individual achievements, an approach we call 'culture of brilliance.' Together, we leverage our strengths and experiences to make a positive impact in our local communities. We foster this through shared goals and helping our colleagues succeed, and we also understand the importance of recognition, taking the time to show appreciation and gratitude for a job well done.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Satisfactory completion of an anesthesiologist assistant program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs required.
• Certification from the National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants required.
• Current state licensure as an anesthesiologist assistant required.
• Flexibility to respond to the varying demands of patient care.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Effective listening skills.
• Ability to make critical decisions in a timely manner with a minimal amount of supervision.
• Patience and emotional stability to respond to patients and staff members in a compassionate and professional manner.
• Stamina to focus on patient care and accurate documentation of the visit for long periods of time, working rapidly for the duration of an 8-, 10- or 12-hour shift.
• Ability to read reports and to use a paper charting system and electronic medical records system.
• Tolerance for high levels of emotional stress in an environment of crisis response.
• Stamina for an irregular schedule of day, evening and night shifts as well as weekends and holidays.
• Ability to respond to medical and administrative staff in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated critical judgment skills.
• Ability to adhere to quality assurance guidelines.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated planning skills.
• Ability to implement plans, decisions, and procedures.
• Ability to prioritize work.
• Demonstrated analytical thinking skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Skilled at time management.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients of any age, in any setting, to obtain a preliminary pre-anesthetic health history, perform an appropriate pre-anesthetic physical examination, and record pertinent data in an organized and legible manner for review by an anesthesiologist.
• Obtain and interpret diagnostic laboratory and related studies as appropriate, such as drawing arterial and venous blood samples.
• Establish noninvasive and invasive routine monitoring modalities as delegated by the responsible anesthesiologist.
• Assist in the application and interpretation of advanced monitoring techniques such as pulmonary artery catheterization, electroencephalographic spectral analysis, echocardiography and evoked potentials.
• Assist in inducing, maintaining, and altering depths of sedation/anesthesia; administer supportive treatment; and provide continuity of anesthetic care into and during the postoperative recovery period.
• Assist in the use of advanced life support techniques including airway management and appropriate ventilatory support.
• Assist in making post-anesthesia patient rounds by recording patient progress notes, compiling and recording case summaries, and transcribing standing and specific orders.
• Evaluate life-threatening situations and administer appropriate treatment, such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation, based on established protocols.
• Perform and monitor regional anesthesia including, but not limited to, spinal, epidural, IV regional, and other special techniques such as local infiltration and nerve blocks.
• Assist in the performance of duties in intensive care units, pain clinics and other settings, as appropriate.
• Train and supervise personnel in the calibration, trouble shooting, and use of patient monitors.
• Assist in the clinical instruction of others.
• Remain in constant contact with patients, family members, the provider care team, and facility staff members.
• May present cases to medical staff consultants.
• May serve on hospital committees.

Benefits

• Superior health plan options
• Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D coverage, and more
• Top Tier 401(k) retirement savings plans that offers a $1.20 match for every dollar up to 6%
• Variety of Pre-Tax Savings Accounts including HSA, FSA, Dependent Care and Commuter Benefits
• Time Off when you need it: Start with 4 weeks PTO annually and increase to 6 weeks with tenure, plus generous sick leave
• Flexible scheduling for work/life balance
• Yearly annual cash bonus
• Professional Expense Reimbursement for medical staff dues, states licenses, DEA license, and national recertification fees
• Up to $1,500 annual allowance for medical education courses and professional memberships
• Student Loan Refinancing Discounts
• EAP, travel assistance and identify theft included
• Free education opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Several wellness programs that focus on provider wellbeing and health

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree