Job Description

Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant, Department of Anesthesiology

The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine is seeking Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants to provide anesthetic care under the direction of a qualified physician anesthesiologist. Responsibilities include obtaining patient data, performing patient evaluation, and administering and documenting the therapeutic plan for anesthetic care. This position supports the University's mission and commitment to excellence.

Essential Functions

• Obtain an appropriate and accurate preanesthetic health history, perform a physical examination, and record data legibly.
• Obtain diagnostic laboratory studies, interpret data from monitoring modalities, and administer anesthetic agents under supervision.
• Make post-anesthesia patient rounds, evaluate and treat life-threatening situations, and perform duties in various settings.
• Participate in clinical instruction and perform related duties based on departmental need.

Required Education

Master's Degree in Anesthesiologist Assistant program or related field.

Required Trainings/Certifications

• Active certification by the National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA).
• Certificate of Authority to practice in Ohio as a C-AA by the date of hire.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Continuously
• Standing, Talking, Walking, Reaching overhead, Lifting up to 20 pounds - Often
• Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Pulling, pushing - Seldom
• Lifting up to 50 pounds - Seldom

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