We are seeking a full-time Certified Anesthesia Assistant (CAA) to join the Collaborative Anesthesiology Team at IU Health Arnett Hospital in Lafayette, Indiana. The role involves providing high-quality anesthesia care across a diverse patient population in a state-of-the-art facility, with opportunities for teaching residents and students. The position offers a supportive work environment, excellent work-life balance, and competitive compensation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver anesthesia care for a variety of cases, excluding major trauma, transplant, and obstetrics.
• Perform peripheral nerve blocks using ultrasound regional techniques.
• Collaborate with a team of anesthesiologists, surgeons, and staff within a medical direction model (1:2, 1:3, or 1:4).
• Provide anesthesia for patients ranging from 6 months old to adults, including healthy pediatric patients.
• Participate in patient assessment, monitoring, and management during procedures.
• Support a patient draw base of over 500,000 in a Level 3 trauma center setting.
• Engage in a flexible shift schedule, including options from 7 am to 3 pm, 5 pm, or 7 pm, based on schedule needs.
• Contribute to a collaborative, patient-centered care environment focused on excellence and safety.

Compensation

• Salary range of $220,000 to $260,000 based on experience.
• Additional income through sign-on bonus ($30,000), retention bonus, performance bonus, and profit sharing.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Annual retention and performance bonuses.
• Guaranteed post-call time off and above-average annual PTO of 29 days.
• Occurrence-based malpractice insurance coverage.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance coverage.
• Retirement plan with company match (401k).
• Disability and life insurance coverage.
• Six weeks of paid vacation annually.
• Malpractice insurance coverage.

Shift & Schedule

• Monday through Friday, dayshift hours.
• No call, no overnight shifts, and no weekend work.
• Flexible shift options from 7 am to 3 pm, 5 pm, or 7 pm based on schedule needs.

Requirements

• Certified Anesthesia Assistant (CAA) credential or equivalent.
• Active or eligible Indiana license.
• Strong ultrasound regional anesthesia skills, including peripheral nerve blocks.
• Experience with diverse case types and patient populations.
• Excellent communication and team-oriented skills.
• Commitment to lifelong learning and professional development.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.
• ACLS and BLS certification.
• Experience in a hospital setting, preferably in a Level 3 trauma center.
• Willingness to support a flexible work schedule and participate in teaching activities if desired.