What are the responsibilities and job description for the Anesthesiologist Assistant - Anesthesiology, Pediatric position at UTHealth?
What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.
Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus :
- 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
- Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
- The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
- Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
- Build your future with our awesome retirement / pension plan!
We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work / life services such as :
Position Summary :
As a Pediatric Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA), working under the supervision of attending anesthesiologists, you will play a vital role as a part of the anesthesia care team by administering anesthesia primarily to pediatric surgery patients under the age of 18. Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring the safe and effective delivery of anesthesia to pediatric patients.
In this role, you will work closely with the anesthesia team including anesthesiologist assistants, resident physicians, UT approved students, surgical team and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to the specific needs of each pediatric patient. You will collaborate with attending anesthesiologists to prepare and administer anesthetic agents, carefully monitor patients' vital signs and bodily functions, and adjust anesthesia levels as necessary throughout medical or surgical procedures.
Your commitment to patient safety, attention to detail, and ability to remain calm under pressure will be essential as you navigate complex cases and manage any potential complications that may arise. Your dedication to providing compassionate care to pediatric patients and their families will contribute to creating a positive and comforting environment during their healthcare journey.
By joining our team as a Pediatric CAA, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children, working towards our shared mission of creating the best hope for a healthier future under the guidance and supervision of attending anesthesiologists.
Position Key Accountabilities :
Certification / Skills :
Current National Commission for Certification of Anesthesia Assistants (NCCAA) certification.
ACLS and PALS
Skilled in the use of state-of-the-art patient monitoring techniques in anesthesia care environments.
Minimum Education :
Bachelor’s degree and successful completion of a Commission Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited, two-year Anesthesia Assistant program.
Minimum Experience : None
Physical Requirements :
Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and / or up to 20 pounds frequently and / or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive :
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215.
Residency Requirement :
Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
J-18808-Ljbffr
