Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant*

UW Health; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 238,000 - 333,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plans

Two-week parental leave

Adoption assistance

Continuing medical education support

Relocation assistance

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, WI, seeks an Anesthesiologist Assistant to support anesthesia services across University Hospital, American Family Children’s Hospital, East Madison Hospital and other sites. The role blends high-acuity case mix with collaborative care under medical direction, enabling diverse clinical exposure.

The position offers flexible FTE (0.75–1.0), competitive compensation, sign-on and relocation options, and ongoing medical education within a teaching environment.

Qualifications

• Masters degree from an accredited Anesthesiologist Assistant program.
• Active state license as Anesthesiologist Assistant in WI and NCCAA certification.
• Ability to provide anesthesia care under medical direction in academic setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide anesthesia care to a complex patient population under medical direction.
• Collaborate with administrative, nursing, physician and staff to ensure safe, effective care.
• Contribute to education and research activities within the department.

Skills

Anesthesiology knowledge

Clinical judgment

Team collaboration

Education

Masters degree from accredited AA program

Tools

Anesthesiologist Assistant license

NCCAA certification

Job description

Work Schedule:

.75-1.0 FTE, based on the candidate's preference. 8, 10, 12, and 14 hour shifts available to provide flexibility. Weekend and/or PM shift commitments optional for additional compensation. Some weekend, night, Holiday and pager call may apply at some locations. This position will be assigned a primary work location but must also be willing to work at any of the following locations: University Hospital, American Family Children’s Hospital, East Madison Hospital, Madison Surgery Center, and the Digestive Health Center in Madison, WI.

Pay:

• Pay Range $238,000.00 - $333,000.00 / year
• New graduate students may be eligible for up to $150,000 in student loan repayment over a five year period. For more information on this program, visit UW Health Wisconsin | Student Loan Repayment or ask your recruiter for more details during your interview*.
• Practicing CAAs may be eligible for up to a $75,000 sign-on bonus.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants.

Be part of something remarkable

Join an anesthesia team taking care of some of the most complex patients in Wisconsin!UW Health is a beacon for some of the most challenging and unique medical cases in the Midwest. As the #1 hospital in WI for 14 years running, we are proud of the remarkable care our team provides every day. Our Clinical Anesthetist team plays a critical role in providing care to a diverse range of specialties – from pediatrics, to neuro, transplant, plastics, trauma, outpatient surgeries, and more – we see it all! Our team works in a medically directed care model; we strongly believe that this partnership fosters a collaborative environment while providing the highest quality of care to our patients.UW Health understands the need for continued learning throughout your practice and provides regular opportunities for medical education – including visiting professors, weekly grand rounds, and morbidity & mortality conferences.

If you are focused on the patient experience, thrive in acollaborative environment, and want to have the opportunity to do something different every day – UW Health is the place for you!

We are seeking an Anesthesiologist Assistant (C-AA/CAA/ Clinical Anesthetist) to:

• Provide anesthesia care to a complex patient population under the medical direction provided by the UW Department of Anesthesiology faculty anesthesiologists.
• Work collaboratively with administrative, nursing, physician, and other staff to assure safe, effective, quality patient care and to promote UW Health’s educational and research missions.
• Work in an academic setting with ample opportunity to contribute to S-AA education. Case mix may include: neuro, spines, ortho trauma, ob/gyn surgery, acute general surgery, transplant, plastics, trauma, cath lab, and outpatient surgery.

Hear more about the perks of working at UW Health.

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.Full time benefits for part time work (for positions 60% FTE and higher).
• A robust paid time off policy, including 47 days - 22 vacation, 12 sick, 8 holidays, 5 days towards Continuing Medical Education (CME). Plus an allowance for conference registrations to continue growing professionally.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

UW Health and Madison make for one awesome combination. Wisconsin and the Greater Madison area are welcoming, highly desirable places to live, work and raise a family. Learn more about living and working in Madison, WI.

Education:

Minimum – Masters degree from accredited AA program

Certifications:

Minimum–

• Active Anesthesiologist Assistant license in WI AND
• Active national certification from National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA)

Our commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

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