CRNA/CAA Pediatric Anesthesiology

University of Colorado; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 225,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement 401(a)

Paid time off

Vacation days 22/year

Sick days 15/year

Holiday days 15/year

Tuition benefit

ECO Pass

Job summary

The University of Colorado Department of Anesthesiology, Division of Pediatric Anesthesiology, seeks a full-time Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) or Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join our faculty at CHCO in Aurora, CO. The role provides specialized pediatric anesthesia care in various settings under medical direction.

Faculty duties include teaching and collaboration with nursing staff and colleagues, with a strong emphasis on documentation, patient safety, and

Qualifications

• New graduates welcome; minimum qualifications must be met at time of hire.
• Successful completion of an accredited Anesthesiologist Assistant or RN Anesthetist program with active certification.
• Teaching experience in anesthesia is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Record events during anesthesia including vitals, drug administration and procedures.
• Transport patients to PACU and provide a brief anesthesia care report.
• Maintain patient progress notes and comply with billing requirements.
• Collaborate with attending anesthesiologists and teach department and school personnel.

Skills

Anesthesia knowledge

Teaching experience

Education

CAA/CRNA educational program with active certification

Job description

Department: Anesthesiology

CRNA/CAA Pediatric Anesthesiology

00853068 – Requisition #: 41108

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Department of Anesthesiology, Division of Pediatric Anesthesiology, is seeking a full-time Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) or Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join our faculty. The CRNA/CAA Anesthetist will play a vital role in providing specialized anesthesia care to pediatric patients undergoing surgical and medical procedures.

The primary clinical site for this position is Children’s Hospital Colorado (CHCO). This premier hospital, which has been ranked among the top Children’s hospitals in the country for almost two decades, is a 600-bed tertiary care children’s hospital located on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora, Colorado. CHCO has a level IV NICU and is the only level 1 pediatric trauma center in Colorado. With 4 hospitals, 16 network of care locations and more than 500 outreach clinics in over 29 cities, the CHCO network serves the children of Colorado and surrounding regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Record relevant events during anesthesia administration, including vital signs, drug administration, and procedures performed, following established documentation guidelines.
• Safely transport patients to the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) and provide a brief report on anesthesia care to PACU nurses.
• Maintain progress notes on patients.
• Comply with departmental requirements for billing purposes.

The Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) or Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) will work under the medical direction of attending anesthesiologists and assist in delivering and documenting pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative care. Anesthesia services may be provided in operating rooms, procedure centers, radiology, and special procedure areas as needed. The administration of anesthesia will always be supervised by attending anesthesiologists.

In addition to clinical responsibilities, CAAs/CRNAs in this department are also faculty members of the School of Medicine and are expected to contribute to the teaching needs of the Department and the School. Collaboration with all members of the anesthesia department, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals is essential, and adherence to departmental policies and procedures is expected.

Work Location

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

Why Join Us

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 15/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: *New Grads Welcome!*

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Successful completion of an accredited Anesthesiologist Assistant or Registered Nurse Anesthetist educational program and active certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years pediatric experience CAA/CRNA preferred or pediatric nursing / clinical care experience preferred.
• Experience in teaching Anesthesia.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have a strong working and theoretical knowledge of Anesthesia as well as experience in teaching Anesthesia.
• Self-directs in contributing to meeting the Department's expectations as a group and maintaining the necessary requirements certification (CME credits) and licensure
• Possesses the knowledge and skills necessary to perform the duties position

Anticipated Pay Range

• Base Salary: $225,000 - $270,000
• Annual Base Plus Level 1 Trauma Pay Differential: $235,000 - $290,000
• Base and Level 1 Trauma Pay Differential based on market data & years of experience - not inclusive of variable call/incentive pay, which is paid separately
• The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This range does not include other forms of variable compensation.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [e-mail].

Background Check Statement

The University of Colorado Anschutz is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

Job Category

Faculty

Department

U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver

Schedule

Full‑time

Posting Date

Sep 16, 2026

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Posting Contact Name

David Feenstra