Anesthesiologist Job at Trinity Health in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Holy Cross Medical Group (HCMG) is seeking a full-time Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant to join our Anesthesia team located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant assists the Holy Cross Health anesthesia team during surgical procedures and assists in managing patient care prior and after anesthesia administration. Their primary duties include monitoring the statuses of patients, administering anesthesia and providing emergency medical assistance as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administers general and regional anesthesia. Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) when a patient requires life-saving care Gathers data from patients, medical charts and the medical care team, updates patient records as necessary. Monitors patients blood pressure, body temperature, heart rate and respiration rate before and during procedures. Manages patient care prior and post receiving anesthesia. Coordinate with other members of the care team to provide ventilator support and pain management following procedures. Critical thinking skills to diagnose symptoms patients are exhibiting Conduct, Service Excellence Standards, and the Mission, Vision, and Values of Holy Cross Health. Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in the safest possible manner, to assure personal safety and that of coworkers, and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management. Adheres to Joint Commission, DOH, and OSHA standards and modify care to address them. Expertise in using and maintaining key equipment, including EKG machines, endotracheal tubes, gas anesthesia apparatuses and intensive care ventilators. Partners with anesthesia team to achieve standards of patient care needs, quality and safety metrics and technological requirements. Maintains cooperative, collaborative cross-functional relationships with physicians, nursing, and clinical staff.Approaches conflict in a constructive manner. Helps to identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution. Role models to others: Openness to new ideas, visibility, flexibility, ability to adapt to change, active listening skills, promotes excellence in service to internal and external customers. Maintains confidentiality when interacting with patients, families, personnel, and the public. Acts in accordance with the Code of

OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned

Experience:

• 1-3 years of anesthesiology assistant experience
• Recent/Previous work experience in a multi-disciplinary health care setting
• Ability to prioritize and problem solve
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Analytical ability required to evaluate processes and to recommend improvements as needed
• Demonstrates reliability and flexibility with work schedule
• Demonstrates excellent customer service skills

Certification/Licensure:

• Current Anesthesiology Assistant Certification by the state of Florida
• Current CPR
• BLS
• ACLS (preferred)

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of computerized health care documentation system, ability to utilize desktop computer software programs such as EPIC, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and any future programs implemented by Holy Cross Health.

This is an exciting opportunity for the right CAA to join Holy Cross Health and Holy Cross Medical Group.

RECRUITMENT PACKAGE

As an HCMG employed provider, you can anticipate:

• Competitive salary; $232,000.00 annually
• $50,000.00 sign on bonus
• Full time benefit package
• Malpractice insurance
• CME funds, licensure, and professional membership support
• 403(b) with employer contribution and match