Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) - Full time in Charleston, South Carolina at Trident Anesthesia Group LLC

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Reports To: Anesthesiologist / Medical Director of Anesthesia
Schedule: Flexible Scheduling with 24, 12, 10, and 8 hr shifts

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) to join our anesthesia care team. Under the supervision of an anesthesiologist, the CAA will provide safe, high-quality anesthesia care to patients undergoing surgical and diagnostic procedures.

• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of anesthesia care as directed by a licensed anesthesiologist.
  
• Perform patient assessments, including medical history review and physical evaluation.
  
• Establish and manage venous and arterial access.
  
• Initiate and manage general, regional, and monitored anesthesia care.
  
• Continuously monitor and interpret patient vital signs and anesthesia depth.
  
• Adjust anesthetic levels under physician direction based on patient status and surgical needs.
  
• Perform airway management, including intubation and ventilator management.
  
• Participate in post-anesthesia patient care and handoff processes.
  
• Ensure all documentation is accurate and completed in a timely manner.
  

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, malpractice, CME).
  
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
  
• Retirement plan with employer contribution.
  
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth.
  
• Supportive team environment with strong physician collaboration.
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• Award-winning culture

Qualifications:

• Graduate of a CAA educational program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
• Certification by the National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA).
• Active and unrestricted CAA license in the state of [State Name] (or eligibility to obtain).
• Current BLS and ACLS certification (PALS may be required depending on case mix).
• Excellent interpersonal, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and collaborative clinical environment.