Clinical Instructor of Anesthesiology; Practitioner

Overview

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be part of a world-class research university and a member of the Trojan Family, comprising faculty, students and staff.

The Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California is seeking full-time faculty Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to join the Department of Anesthesiology. As a USC faculty member, CRNAs have opportunities to engage in academic activities within the department, including teaching and research in the Doctorate of Nurse Anesthesia Program and the USC academic community. Qualified CRNAs are eligible for academic advancement within the university structure.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

SPECIFIC DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES and

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Under the medical direction of an anesthesiologist, administer general, regional, or MAC anesthesia for all types of surgical procedures to various age groups including pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients in accordance with hospital and departmental standards of care.
• Demonstrate understanding of the cognitive, physical, and emotional development of patients in each age group (pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric).
• Perform preoperative assessment, airway management, fluid balance maintenance, monitoring (pre-operative, intra-operative, post-operative), placement of invasive monitoring, etc.
• Demonstrate technical, clinical, and professional skills within the scope of practice as defined by the California Department of Consumer Affairs and the AANA.
• Proficient in written/computerized charting and documentation.
• Knowledgeable of equipment and supplies (e.g., anesthesia machine, ultrasound). Maintain equipment and supplies per USC department policies and procedures.
• Check anesthesia equipment daily and in-between cases to ensure safe operating condition.
• Pre-operatively evaluate patients by interviewing and examining the patient; review electronic chart for relevant information.
• Work in the Anesthesia Care Team (ACT) Model:
  Collaborate with the anesthesiologist regarding anesthetic plan and treatment based on pre-operative examination. Communicate with anesthesiologist and surgeon regarding patient concerns.
• Prepare medications for administration and prepare all necessary equipment.
• Under the medical direction of the anesthesiologist, administer anesthesia in accordance with specific clinical privileges.
• Place invasive monitoring if needed and monitor the patient intra-operatively.
• Evaluate post-operative condition and take necessary action to maintain stability. Order post-anesthetic care unit (PACU) orders.
• Academic involvement with the Program of Nurse Anesthesia. Precept student nurse anesthetists. Mentor and instruct student nurse anesthetists in clinical and classroom settings.
• Maintain accurate accounting of controlled substances in accordance with department guidelines.
• Comply with organizational rules, policies and procedures (e.g., JCAHO, CAC Title 22, Regional and Department requirements).
• Establish and maintain courteous and cooperative relations when interacting with public, patients, faculty, staff, and other personnel.
• Abide by USC-KSOM Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.

Position details

• Offers competitive salary with excellent university…