CAA

LocumTenens.com; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

LocumTenens.com seeks a Certified Anesthesia Assistant (CAA) for a locum-tenens assignment in Joplin, MO. The clinician will deliver anesthesia services in a fast-paced hospital, following established protocols across multiple service lines, with supervision as required. Schedule is Monday through Friday, day shifts from 7:00 a.m.

to 5:00 p.m., with no call. Board certification is required; assignment is on-site with typical general and regional anesthesia cases, excluding cardiac and obstetric

Qualifications

• Board certification required.
• Mon-Fri day shifts 7a-5p.
• Supervision by attending physician.

Responsibilities

• Provide anesthesia services for general and regional procedures; pediatric ENT and small general procedures included.
• Position excludes cardiac and obstetric cases.

Job description

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id: ORD-212019-CAA-MO
• Title: CAA
• Dates Needed: Mid June – Ongoing
• Shift Type: Day Shift
• Assignment Type: OR
• Call Required: No
• Board Certification Required: Yes
• Job Duration: Locums

About the Facility

This fast-paced hospital provides comprehensive anesthesia services with a supportive staff environment. The facility maintains established protocols for diverse surgical specialties designed to support quality patient care delivery across multiple service lines.

About the Facility Location

Joplin offers diverse recreational opportunities including Grand Falls, a natural attraction, and Cunningham Park for outdoor activities. The area features cultural venues such as the Joplin History & Mineral Museum located 2.5 miles from the center, along with family-oriented destinations like Diamond Grove Adventures situated 11.5 miles away. The community hosts regular events including a Saturday farmers market at Empire Market and periodic festivals that showcase local culture and commerce.

About the Clinician’s Workday

The clinician will provide anesthesia services during Monday through Friday day shifts from 7a-5p in a supervised care model. Responsibilities include managing general anesthesia cases including pediatric ENT and small general procedures, along with regional anesthesia techniques such as spinals and peripheral nerve blocks including interscalene and adductor canal blocks. The position excludes cardiac and obstetric cases. Board certification is required for this locum tenens assignment.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD: Varies
• Patient Population: All Ages
• Call Ratio/Schedule: N/A
• Location Type: On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required: No
• Government: No
• Percentage Hands On: 0%
• Supervision/Medical Direction: Supervision
• Staffing Model: Supervision