Certified Anesthesia Assistant - PRN

Job title: Certified Anesthesia Assistant

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina – Charlotte Surgery Center (Museum and Wendover Campuses)

Status: PRN, Part‑time (no benefits)

Department: Clinical

Reports to: Chief CRNA – Charlotte Division

Job

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

The Anesthetist manages all anesthetics practicing in an ACT setting within our Charlotte surgery centers. The role provides coverage for a variety of procedures including orthopedic, ophthalmology, ENT, general family/internal medicine, plastic surgery, gynecology, and pediatric orthopedics. The incumbent may also participate in the clinical instruction of anesthesia students via our on‑campus program and partnership.

• Examine patients’ history for allergies or illnesses that would affect anesthesia.
• Evaluate and prepare patients, provide education about surgeries/procedures and recovery, and discuss possible side effects.
• Liaise with other members of the healthcare team such as MDs, nurses, and other healthcare workers.
• Determine appropriate amount, type, and method of anesthesia administration.
• Perform anesthetics; administer medication to patients for pain relief.
• Supervise and assist other Anesthetists.
• Oversee recovery and pain management of patients.
• Inform patients of post‑surgical and pain management procedures.
• Assist in patient procedure preparation.
• Provide support to other healthcare teams.
• Advise patients on medication type and dosage.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Option 1:

• Must be a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, or in the process of completing the certification through an accredited Anesthetist program.
• Current or compact RN license in the state of North Carolina, or able to obtain NC licensure.

Option 2:

• Must be an Anesthesia Assistant, or in the process of completing a Master’s in anesthesia assistant program through an accredited program.
• Current AA license through the Medical Board.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.

• Provide safe pre‑ and post‑anesthetic care using innovative and proven techniques.
• Assess patients’ medical history and plan anesthesia administration for the best outcome.
• High patient acuity with the ability to provide compassionate care to every patient.
• Work both in a team and autonomously when needed.
• Strong written and oral communication skills under pressure.
• Proficient with technology including medical equipment and computers.
• Maintain a friendly, collaborative attitude and professional demeanor at all times.

• Must have the ability to stand for long periods and be accustomed to frequent and prolonged movement.
• Involves frequent contact with patients, physicians, leadership, facility, and medical office staff.
• Ability to perform work in a hospital where the environment may be stressful and often disruptive.

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