Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant Job at MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX

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  • MD Anderson Cancer Center
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine at MD Anderson Cancer Center is made up of a talented group of physicians, certified anesthesiologist assistants (CAAs), certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs), and others dedicated to providing the very best anesthesia and pain medicine care for our cancer patients. Our department team focuses on excellence in all areas of our practice, clinical care, research, and education.

We are seeking Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants (CAAs) to join our Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine team. The ideal candidate is a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) who is committed to patient safety and excellence in anesthesia care. You thrive in a collaborative environment, demonstrate strong clinical judgment, and value continuous learning.

What's in It for You

  • *$35,000 Incentive *during your first 3 years of employment.

  • Flexible Scheduling with low call requirements.

  • *Optional Rotation *to satellite locations based on operational needs.

    • Structured Onboarding* for newly hired CAAs.
    • Relocation Assistance *available.
  • No State Income Tax in Texas.

Benefits You'll Love

  • Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Accruals.

    • Five CME Days* + $3,000 annual allowance.
  • Employee/Employer-Contributed Retirement Plan.

  • *Tuition Reimbursement *for continued education.

  • Educational and Wellness Days.

  • 9+ Institutional Holidays.

  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs.

Professional Growth

  • Work alongside a talented team of physicians, CAAs, and CRNAs.

  • Participate in educational and professional development opportunities through affiliated institutions.

  • Opportunities for involvement in research and education initiatives.

*Salary: * $215,000 - minimum $245,000 - midpoint $275,000 - maximum

Essential Job Functions:

Responsible for providing anesthesia services under the medical direction of an attending credentialed anesthesiologist prior to, during and following surgery, procedural care, or for diagnostic or therapeutic interventions. Develops a plan of care based on preoperative assessments and coordinates with all appropriate healthcare givers. Initiates the planned anesthetic technique under the medical direction of the anesthesiologist. Administers anesthetic agents and adjunctive therapeutics at levels to maintain the patient's physiologic homeostasis. Monitors patients intraoperatively for physiological responses and manages emergence and recovery from the anesthetic.

EDUCATION

Required: A graduate of an anesthesiologist assistant educational program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Master of Science in Anesthesiology or equivalent degree.

EXPERIENCE

Required: None

Preferred: Two to five years of clinical experience in a high acuity hospital, specialty hospital, academic medical center, or equivalent.

CERTIFICATION

Required: All of the following: Current Certification or recertification as a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) from the National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA). ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA). PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

Additional Information

  • Requisition ID: 177937

  • Employment Status: Full-Time

  • Employee Status: Regular

  • Work Week: Day/Evening

  • Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 215,000

  • Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 245,000

  • Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 275,000

  • FLSA: exempt and eligible for overtime, paid at a time and a half rate

  • Fund Type: Hard

  • Work Location: Onsite

  • Pivotal Position: Yes

  • Referral Bonus Available?: Yes

  • Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes

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Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Relocation package, Flexible hours, Afternoon shift

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