washington, DC30+ days ago
A supervising physician may authorize a CAA to:Obtain a comprehensive patient history, perform relevant elements of a physical examination, and present the history to the supervising anesthesiologistPretest and calibrate anesthesia delivery systems and obtain and interpret information from the systems and monitors, in consultation with an anesthesiologistAssist the supervising anesthesiologist with the implementation of medically accepted monitoring techniquesEstablish basic and advanced airway interventions, including intubation of the trachea and performing ventilator supportAdminister intermittent vasoactive drugs and start and adjust vasoactive infusionsAdminister anesthetic drugs, adjuvant drugs, and accessory drugs, including narcoticsAssist the supervising anesthesiologist with the performance of epidural anesthetic procedures, spinal anesthetic procedures, and other regional anesthetic techniquesAdminister blood, blood products, and supportive fluidsProvide assistance to a cardiopulmonary resuscitation team in response to a life-threatening situationMonitor, transport, and transfer care to appropriate anesthesia or recovery personnelParticipate in administrative, research, and clinical teaching activities, as authorized by the supervising anesthesiologist, andPerform such other tasks the anesthesiologist assistant has been trained and is proficient to performPrivileges not permitted:Prescribe any medications or controlled substances. Such emergencies require the practitioner to obtain supervision as soon as possible from a physicianMinimum QualificationsEducationGraduation from an Anesthesiologist Assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educational ProgramsLicensureCurrent and valid license to practice in Washington, D.C.Anesthesiologist Assistant accreditation and certification through the National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA)ExperienceA minimum of 1 year of prior Anesthesiologist Assistant experience post-graduationProficiency in Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, etc.)Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential informationPhysical RequirementsSit, walk, bend, and reach for long periods of time in a clinical settingMust be able to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 20 lbs.