CAA - Anesthesiologist Assistant

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 104,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Moving stipend

Generous PTO

Job summary

University of Utah is seeking a qualified Anesthesiologist Assistant to work under medical direction on a Salt Lake City campus. The role offers a substantial total compensation package and a moving/sign-on bonus to facilitate relocation.

The position requires NCCAA certification, Utah licensure, and strong communication skills. Expect duties spanning preoperative evaluation, anesthesia administration, intraoperative monitoring, and post‑operative care with comprehensive documentation.

Qualifications

• NCCAA certification required; Utah licensure required.
• Demonstrated communication and human relations skills.
• Evidence of ability to perform essential functions and vaccinations per policy.

Responsibilities

• Preoperative evaluation by reviewing notes, labs, and histories to plan anesthesia management.
• Monitor equipment and administer general or regional anesthesia.
• Manage anesthesia procedure and monitor hemodynamics and recovery.
• Adjust anesthesia plans as needed and inform medical staff of developments.
• Oversee recovery and document anesthesia records and patient charts.
• Perform post-anesthesia evaluation and ensure proper documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

NCCAA Certification

Utah licensure

Job description

CAA - Anesthesiologist Assistant

Job Summary

Our total compensation ranges from $285,000 to $304,000 annually which includes a 6% employer contribution plus up to 4% 403(b) match. We will offer a $30,000 moving stipend/signon bonus to make relocation efforts effortless.

Paid Time Off details

11 weeks off 1st year, then 10 weeks off annually, including vacation, holidays, personal leave, sick and CME time.

For any work beyond your clinical commitment, you'll earn an impressive $145 per hour. And all of this comes with the added bonus of living and working in beautiful Utah!

Responsibilities

Essential Functions under Medical Direction:

1. Performs preoperative evaluation by assessing staff notes, progress notes, lab work, and patient histories to determine the most appropriate anesthetic management. The CAA may order additional analyses, consultations, lab work, and peri-anesthetic medications as warranted.
2. Monitors functioning of all equipment and induces general and/or regional anesthesia by using anesthesia procedures and methods.
3. Manages the anesthetic procedure by monitoring appropriate physical, physiochemical, and biochemical indicators such as blood pressure, heart rate, EKG, blood loss, patient position, pulmonary compliance, arterial blood bases, etc.
4. Adjusts anesthesia procedures as required; informs other medical personnel of all necessary developments.
5. Oversees recovery from anesthesia by observing the appropriate indicators in surgery as well as the post-anesthesia recovery room; performs post-operative evaluation.
6. Makes appropriate entries in staff notes, on anesthesia records, and in the patient's charts.

Minimum Qualifications

Certification by the National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA) as a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA); current professional licensure in the state of Utah; and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required.

The CAA certification is granted after successful completion of an accredited anesthesiologist assistant program.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Requisition Number: PRN46109B

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Department: 02070 - ANESTHESIOLOGY-APC ANESTHETIST

Location: Campus

Pay Rate Range: 103,700 to 202,300

Close Date: 01/15/2027