Pediatric Anesthesia Advanced Practice Specialist

Nicklaus Children's Health System; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital in Miami seeks an Anesthesiologist Assistant to provide pediatric anesthesia care under the direct supervision of a Pediatric Anesthesiologist. The role emphasizes safety, preoperative assessment, and teamwork with surgeons and nurses.

You will perform preop history and exams, verify consent and NPO status, set up anesthesia equipment, monitor during procedures, document every 5 minutes, and participate in Time Out and post‑anesthesia handoffs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAAHEP‑accredited).
• NCCAA certified Anesthesiologist Assistant.
• Florida AA licensure in good standing.
• Active BLS, PALS and ACLS certifications.
• Clear Level II background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric anesthesia care under the supervision of a Pediatric Anesthesiologist.
• Obtain patient history and perform physical examination.
• Verify identity, procedure, site, consent, and NPO status.
• Monitor vital signs and anesthesia delivery; document every 5 minutes.
• Set up rooms, perform pre‑anesthetic meds orders, and assist in intubation and emergence.

Skills

Pediatric experience

Anesthesia knowledge

Effective communication

Calm under pressure

Team collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Anesthesiologist Assistant

NCCAA Certification

Florida AA licensure

CPR BLS

PALS

ACLS

Background check (Level II)

Job description

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital in Miami seeks an Anesthesiologist Assistant to provide pediatric anesthesia care under the direct supervision of a Pediatric Anesthesiologist. The role emphasizes safety, preoperative assessment, and teamwork with surgeons and nurses.

You will perform preop history and exams, verify consent and NPO status, set up anesthesia equipment, monitor during procedures, document every 5 minutes, and participate in Time Out and post‑anesthesia handoffs.