ANESTHESIA ASSISTANT (AA)

Job Description

Job Title: Anesthesia Assistant

Location: Hilton Head, South Carolina

Join our healthcare team as an Anesthesia Assistant, where your support in administering anesthesia and monitoring patients will contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional healthcare. We are seeking dedicated individuals to assist anesthesiologists in providing safe and effective anesthesia care in a dynamic clinical environment.

Key Benefits:

- Competitive Salary: $135 - $140 per Hour

- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, dental, vision insurance, retirement plans, and more.

- Professional Development: Opportunities for continuing education and career growth.

- Supportive Work Environment: Emphasis on collaboration and patient safety.

Essential Duties:

- Assist in administering anesthesia under the direct supervision of an anesthesiologist.

- Prepare and maintain anesthesia equipment and supplies.

- Perform pre-anesthetic assessments and help review patient history and medical conditions.

- Assist in developing and implementing anesthesia care plans tailored to individual patient needs.

- Monitor patients before, during, and after anesthesia to ensure safety and comfort.

- Assist with postoperative care and manage anesthesia-related tasks as directed by the anesthesiologist.

- Maintain accurate records and documentation of anesthesia procedures and patient status.

Responsibilities:

- Patient Preparation: Assist in preparing patients for anesthesia, including starting IVs and applying monitoring equipment.

- Anesthesia Support: Aid in the administration of general, regional, and local anesthesia, as directed by the anesthesiologist.

- Patient Monitoring: Continuously monitor patient vitals and assist in adjusting anesthesia levels as necessary.

- Emergency Response: Assist in responding promptly to anesthesia-related emergencies or complications.

- Collaboration: Work closely with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.

- Education and Training: Participate in training and educational programs to stay updated on best practices in anesthesia care.

Requirements:

- Certification: Certified as an Anesthesia Assistant by the National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA).

- Licensure: Active Anesthesia Assistant license in the state of practice.

- Education: Graduate of an accredited Anesthesiologist Assistant program.

- Experience: Prior clinical experience in anesthesia support is preferred.

- Skills: Proficiency in anesthesia techniques, patient assessment, and use of anesthesia equipment.

Apply today to become an integral part of our anesthesia team, where your contributions will help ensure the safety and comfort of our patients.