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Medical College of Wisconsin - Internal, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States, 53244

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CAA (Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant) – Pediatrics – Children’s of Wisconsin Hospital / Medical College of Wisconsin The

Medical College of Wisconsin

and

Children’s of Wisconsin Hospital

are seeking a

Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA)

to join its

Pediatric Anesthesiology Division . At Children’s of Wisconsin, the practice of anesthesiology encompasses a medically directed team approach involving faculty anesthesiologists, anesthesiology fellows, residents, and advanced practice certified nurse anesthetists and CAAs. The successful candidate must possess the ability to provide high-quality anesthesia care to a complex pediatric patient population, working directly under the supervision of our Pediatric Anesthesiologists and as part of a team of highly trained and dedicated CAAs and CRNAs. Responsibilities: Administer general and local anesthesia Maintain anesthesia delivery systems and monitors, including testing and calibration Prepare patients to be effectively monitored Monitor patients under anesthesia Make recommendations regarding anesthetic care plans Perform post-procedure tests on patients to ensure that they are recovering well Responsible for the operation of anesthesia equipment to monitor patients while delivering direct anesthesia care. Provide direct patient care before, during, and after anesthesia to ensure continuity of care and quality. Obtain complete patient medical histories, conducting physical exams, and pre-procedure interviews Review the complete patient medical history to confirm its authenticity with the patient/family to ensure it is accurate with the physical exams and pre-procedure interviews Administer/order required diagnostic and laboratory tests Work with Anesthesiologists to determine the next step of prep for the procedures and begin the stages of prepping the patient for the procedure Employ CPR or other emergency procedures as indicated Perform various administrative duties that might involve collecting medical records, conducting patient chart reviews, and following up with patients/families pre or post procedures The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by most people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements. Scheduling flexibility is required to accommodate changing business needs. Position Specifications: Master's degree from an accredited Nurse Anesthetist Program required National Board of Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA) certification required Candidates can be either a Certified Nurse Anesthetist or board eligible for certification as a CRNA Minimum Years and Type of Relevant Work Experience: Pediatric healthcare; previous CRNA experience Wisconsin RN license AHA BCLS and/or ACLS required Position Highlights: Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center Role dedicated to pediatrics with ability to grow and develop expertise in pediatric subspecialties Flexible scheduling: 3x13s, 4x10s, 7x70s No Weekend Call, opportunity for premium pay Medical Supervision of 1:2 Benefits: 8% matching 403(b) after two years of employment 20 days vacation and 8 observed holidays + paid sick time CME annual allowance - $2,000 Potential to pick up additional shifts Robust benefits package, including health, dental, life insurance, and disability coverage Adoption assistance, tuition reimbursement program, wellness programs, and more special benefits Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. All interactions will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant. Nominations and applications, including current Resume/CV and optional a cover letter stating reasons for interest in the role, may be submitted to: Cati TeDuits – APP Recruiter – cteduits@mcw.edu (414) 955-4825 Medical College of Wisconsin At the core of everything we do at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the pursuit of new knowledge and the power of academic medicine. Bringing together the world’s top scientists and clinicians, inspired students, and invested communities, we are driven to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is home to a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to build a healthier world and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge. MCW has approximately 1,600 full-time and part-time faculty and approximately 3,445 full-time employees. Milwaukee: Milwaukee, the largest city in Wisconsin, is located on Lake Michigan’s western shore. A metropolitan area with more than 1.5 million people, Milwaukee is an affordable, comfortable place to live, work, and play, big enough to be exciting and uncongested enough to get around easily. Milwaukee’s many neighborhoods have incredible charm, accommodating a variety of lifestyles, from high-rise apartments to small farms. Nestled along a magnificent bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, Milwaukee’s downtown is home to botanical gardens, museums, a theater district, the world champion Milwaukee Bucks, the Milwaukee Brewers, and many fine restaurants. The lake and its harbors are skirted by scenic parklands and provide first-class opportunities for recreation, including hiking, cycling, boating, and more. A recent study ranked Milwaukee as the 15th most walkable of the 50 largest US cities.

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