Master's-Required Anesthesia Assistant

ECAA - Anesthesia Specialists; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The ECAA - Anesthesia Specialists in Charlotte, NC seeks a Certified Anesthesia Assistant (Master's required) to manage anesthetics in ACT settings across Charlotte Surgery Center Museum and Wendover campuses.

The role covers high-acuity cases across orthopedic, ophthalmology, ENT, general medicine, plastic surgery, gynecology, and pediatric orthopedics. The incumbent may participate in clinical instruction of anesthesia students.

Qualifications

• Must be an Anesthesia Assistant, or in the process of completing a Master’s in anesthesia assistant program through an accredited program.
• Current AA license through the Medical Board.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients’ history for allergies or illnesses that would affect anesthesia.
• Evaluate and prepare patients, educate about surgeries/procedures and recovery, and discuss possible side effects.
• Liaise with other healthcare team members.
• Determine appropriate amount, type, and method of anesthesia administration.
• Perform anesthetics and administer medications for pain relief.
• Supervise and assist other Anesthetists.
• Oversee recovery and pain management of patients.
• Inform patients of post-surgical and pain management procedures.
• Assist in patient procedure preparation.
• Provide support to other healthcare teams.
• Advise patients on medication type and dosage.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pre/post-anesthetic care

Patient assessment

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Master’s in anesthesia assistant program (in progress)

AA license through Medical Board

Job description

The ECAA - Anesthesia Specialists in Charlotte, NC seeks a Certified Anesthesia Assistant (Master's required) to manage anesthetics in ACT settings across Charlotte Surgery Center Museum and Wendover campuses.

The role covers high-acuity cases across orthopedic, ophthalmology, ENT, general medicine, plastic surgery, gynecology, and pediatric orthopedics. The incumbent may participate in clinical instruction of anesthesia students.