US Anesthesia Partners Colorado Springs is seeking experienced Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants (CAAs) and new graduates to join a high-quality anesthesia practice. The role involves providing anesthesia services at three hospitals and outpatient surgery centers, with a focus on orthopedic cases. The practice emphasizes work-life balance, offering a predictable schedule with minimal call requirements, no overnight shifts, and no holiday work, in a desirable city known for its outdoor recreation and affordability.

Responsibilities

• Provide anesthesia care for a variety of cases, primarily orthopedic surgeries, at multiple facilities.
• Collaborate with surgical teams to ensure safe and effective anesthesia delivery.
• Maintain compliance with all American Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants guidelines and hospital credentialing requirements.
• Participate in preoperative assessments and patient monitoring during procedures.
• Adhere to safety protocols and documentation standards for anesthesia care.
• Support quality improvement initiatives within the anesthesia practice.
• Engage in occasional call coverage, with minimal frequency and no overnight or holiday shifts.
• Contribute to a team-oriented environment focused on high-quality patient care.

Compensation

• Salary plus incentives, including sign-on bonus, loan repayment options, and quarterly profit sharing.
• W-2 employment tax status.
• Additional income opportunities through bonuses and profit sharing.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• Six weeks of paid time off (PTO).
• Retirement plans including 401(k) with employer match and quarterly profit sharing.
• Loan repayment assistance available.

Shift & Schedule

• Variable schedule with 10-hour shifts, some 12-hour shifts available.
• Rare call requirement, including occasional weekend work.
• No overnight shifts or holiday work.
• Schedule designed to promote work-life balance.

Requirements

• Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) certification and licensure as required by the state.
• Compliance with American Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants guidelines.
• Ability to meet hospital credentialing requirements for privileges.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience or interest in orthopedic anesthesia preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to work variable shifts, including 10-hour days and occasional 12-hour shifts.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered care.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply, with appropriate training provided.
• Must meet all state and hospital-specific licensure and credentialing standards.