Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA/AA) - Mayfair, WI

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Wauwatosa, WI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Advocate Health is seeking a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (AA) to join their anesthesia team at Mayfair in southeastern Wisconsin. This position offers an opportunity to practice within a collaborative anesthesia care team while supporting high-quality patient care across a variety of surgical specialties. The role involves participating in the delivery of anesthesia care under the medical direction of an anesthesiologist within the Anesthesia Care Team (ACT) model. Responsibilities include performing pre-anesthesia patient evaluations, assisting in developing and implementing anesthesia care plans, monitoring patients throughout surgical and procedural interventions, managing airway, hemodynamic, and physiologic parameters, and documenting patient care. The position is located in Mayfair, southeastern Wisconsin, within the greater Milwaukee market, offering access to professional, cultural, and recreational opportunities.

Requirements

Anesthesiologist Assistant license issued by the state of Wisconsin
Anesthesiologist Assistant (AA-C) certification issued by the National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA) needs to be obtained within 18 months
Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)/American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
Master's Degree in Anesthesia
No experience required. Experienced AAs and new graduates are encouraged to apply.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective member of a health care team.
Ability to work in a fast paced, high stress environment while managing multiple demands.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to effectively collaborate with and establish/build relationships with physicians and other staff.
Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively.
Intermediate computer skills.

Responsibilities

Participate in the delivery of anesthesia care under the medical direction of an anesthesiologist within the Anesthesia Care Team (ACT) model.
Perform pre-anesthesia patient evaluations and assessments.
Assist in developing and implementing anesthesia care plans.
Monitor patients throughout surgical and procedural interventions.
Manage airway, hemodynamic, and physiologic parameters throughout the perioperative period.
Document patient care in accordance with organizational, state, and federal requirements.
Collaborate with anesthesiologists, nurses, surgeons, and procedural teams to ensure safe, high-quality patient care.

Benefits

$100,000 Sign-On Bonus
30 days Paid Time Off with additional accrual based on years of service
40 CME hours annually
$2,250 CME allowance
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 and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program