CRNA / CAA - Emory University Hospital

Emory Healthcare•Atlanta, GA

71d•Onsite

About The Position

Emory University Hospital (EUH) Surgical Specialties Team is seeking to hire Anesthetists - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) or Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) - to become a vital part of Emory Healthcare's integrated academic healthcare system. Under the direction of an Anesthesiologist, assists in the administration of general and regional anesthesia to surgical and non-surgical procedure patients. Performs initial acute cardio-pulmonary resuscitation in life-threatening situations or as directed by a physician; Instructs others in principles and practices of anesthesia, respiratory care and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation as directed by the Anesthesiologist. Interprets and records patient's physiological and pharmacological status, assists the Anesthesiologist in gathering routine pre-op data. Assists in research projects as carried out by an Anesthesiologist. Establishes multi-parameter monitoring of patient prior to, during and after anesthesia or in other acute care situations, including ECG, direct arterial pressure, central venous pressure, arterial blood gas determinations, hematocrits, and routine measurement of temperature, respiration, blood pressure, and heart rate. Establishes other monitoring as may be developed for anesthesia and intensive care use. Manages pre- and post-anesthetic care, including ventilator management/support, other respiratory care parameters as assigned/directed by an Anesthesiologist. At EUH, all Anesthetists are expected to supervise Student Anesthetists as well as have the potential opportunity to participate in clinical research. At all Emory Healthcare sites our CAAs, CRNAs and MDs collaborate within the Anesthesia Care Team model ensuring the highest level of quality and safety for our patients. Emory Healthcare, part of Emory University, is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia. At Emory Healthcare, our mission is to create and promote a culture that supports the growth and development of our Anesthetists, and in collaboration with the health care team, provide high-quality value-based care to patients and the community. Emory University Hospital (EUH) covers a wide range of surgical cases including Vascular procedures (open and endovascular), Surgical Oncology, Colorectal, Urology, Oral/Maxillofacial Surgery, Reconstructive Plastic Care, and General Abdominal procedures. EUH cares for a large volume of advanced Neurosurgical procedures including Craniotomy for Aneurysms, Tumors, and Arteriovenous Malformations. Additionally, EUH has a large functional Neurosurgical population where we partner with our Neurosurgical colleagues to provide anesthetics for Deep Brain Stimulation involving implanting electrodes for seizure and Parkinson's management. EUH provides care for emergency stroke patients in a high-volume Stroke Program, and also for patients undergoing revolutionary Interventional Radiology procedures. EUH also supports a busy procedural GI and Interventional Pulmonary team. EUH also staffs one of the busiest and most successful Liver Transplant Programs in the US.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) or Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) Master's Degree program.
Licensed or eligible to practice in the State of Georgia.
Certified by National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA) or National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA).
Must maintain biannual certification through the submission of Continuing Medical Education credits (CMEs).
BLS from American Heart Association (AHA) required.
ACLS (AHA) may be required for some locations and/or services.

Nice To Haves

General and/or Transplant Anesthesia experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of an Anesthesiologist, assists in the administration of general and regional anesthesia to surgical and non-surgical procedure patients.
Performs initial acute cardio-pulmonary resuscitation in life-threatening situations or as directed by a physician
Instructs others in principles and practices of anesthesia, respiratory care and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation as directed by the Anesthesiologist.
Interprets and records patient's physiological and pharmacological status, assists the Anesthesiologist in gathering routine pre-op data.
Assists in research projects as carried out by an Anesthesiologist.
Establishes multi-parameter monitoring of patient prior to, during and after anesthesia or in other acute care situations, including ECG, direct arterial pressure, central venous pressure, arterial blood gas determinations, hematocrits, and routine measurement of temperature, respiration, blood pressure, and heart rate.
Establishes other monitoring as may be developed for anesthesia and intensive care use.
Manages pre- and post-anesthetic care, including ventilator management/support, other respiratory care parameters as assigned/directed by an Anesthesiologist.
Supervise Student Anesthetists

Benefits

Salary based on years of experience as an Anesthetist (CRNA or CAA)
Eligible for extra duty pay, overnight shift allowance, CME time-off & allowances, Student Loan Repayment program
37 days of PTO (for Full Time 1.0FTE), Benefits coverage, including PTO accrual, will begin from first day of employment
Life Insurance & Retirement Program options in addition to various Health, Welfare, Wellness benefits
Paid Parental Leave to benefit-eligible employees with six months of service
Professional Liability Insurance including Tail Coverage from start date
Reimbursement of State/National Licensure/Certification renewals, one professional association membership as well as required AHA Certification renewals after start date

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