Instructor CRNA/CAA

CU Denver; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 225,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

401(a) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition benefit

Job summary

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking a full-time Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) or Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) to join the Department of Anesthesiology in Aurora, CO.

The CRNA/CAA administers care under the medical direction of an attending Anesthesiologist, documenting pre-, intra-, and post-operative care and supporting quality assurance processes. This is a full-time onsite position at UW affiliated hospitals.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nurse anesthetist or anesthesiologist assistant program.
• Active Colorado RN license and certification by AANA or AAANA.
• Eligibility for the advanced practice registry.

Responsibilities

• Administers care under the medical direction of an attending Anesthesiologist.
• Documents pre-, intra-, and post-operative care and participates in quality assurance reviews.
• Work on-site at UCD affiliated hospitals, including University of Colorado Hospital.

Education

Accredited CRNA/CAA program

Active Colorado RN license

AANA/AAANA certification

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz

Faculty

Department: Anesthesiology

Job Title: Instructor CRNA/CAA

Position #: 00829819 - Requisition #: 40523

Job Summary:

The Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Colorado has an opening for a full-time Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) or Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA). The chief responsibility of the department is to assure the best possible outcomes for our patients having surgical operations, painful invasive procedures, and childbirth.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a comprehensive urban research university serving more than 28,000 students in metropolitan Denver and online. We award nearly 4,000 degrees each year, including more graduate and professional degrees than any other Colorado public institution. With our solid academic reputation, award-winning faculty and renowned researchers, we offer 119 highly rated degree programs through 13 schools and colleges. The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is well known for its distinctive and highly productive research programs, its world-class health facilities at the Anschutz Medical Campus and its well-established partnerships in business, industry and government. These campuses currently have over $757million in research awards each year. In addition to the wide array of health-related programs and facilities offered at our Anschutz Medical Campus, a significant number of undergraduate and graduate degree programs are taught at our comprehensive campus in the heart of downtown Denver. Denver is one of America's most vibrant urban centers and the downtown campus, located just steps from the Denver Center for Performing Arts and the LoDo District, affords our students, faculty and staff access to a broad array of academic, professional, community, recreational and cultural outlets.

Professional Field

Regular Faculty

Supervision Received

This position reports to Dr. Tobias de la Garza Eckle, Professor

Supervision Exercised

N/A

Key Responsibilities:

The CRNA/CAA administers care under the medical direction of an attending Anesthesiologist. Anesthetists are expected to document pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative care appropriate to the case and to cooperate with the requirements of the department's quality assurance review process. The position is full-time and will be assigned to work at any of the UCD affiliated hospitals to include University of Colorado Hospital and affiliates.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

Why work for the University

We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional 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: 11/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:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Successful completion of an accredited nurse anesthetist or anesthesiologist assistant educational program.
• Active certification by the council on accreditation of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists or American Association of Anesthesiologist Assistants
• Successful application for the advanced practice registry and licensed as a registered nurse by the Colorado State Board of Nursing.

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 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.