Anesthetist Call Taker - Emory Decatur Hospital

Emory Healthcare Decatur , GA 30033

Posted 2 months ago

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Overview

Emory Specialty Associates is currently seeking CRNA's and C-AA's for an Anesthetist Call Taker role at Emory Decatur Hospital. This position will involve a call matrix consisting of a combination of days, evenings, nights and weekends with notable incentives.

Cases Performed as part of a Care Team Model:

Assists in the administration of general and regional anesthesia to surgical and non-surgical procudure patients.
Varied case mix will include Vascular, General, Endo, ENT, GYN, Neuro, Ortho, Podiatry, Radiology, Urology, Labor Epidurals & C-Sections.

Why Emory?

Emory Healthcare enjoys a well-earned reputation for providing high-quality, value-based care, ranking among Georgia and the nation's top hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers.
Offers a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes a welcoming, engaging and respectful culture for our patients, surgeons, and colleagues.
Robust and collaborative team model provides exceptional resources and peer support.
Highly competitive compensation structure and excellent benefits, including:
General Health and Wellness (Medical, dental, vision)
403b with annual matching
Advanced and continuing medical education opportunities
Professional liability insurance

Who We Are:

Emory Healthcare is a nationally recognized medical system and the only health network in the state with a full range of hospitals, clinics and local practices. Our teams integrate science and caring to transform medicine and redefine care.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Employer

Description

The Call Taker position will involve a call matrix consisting of a combination of days, evenings, nights and weekends with notable incentives.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of an Anesthesiologist, assists in the administration of general and regional anesthesia to surgical and non-surgical procedure patients.
Interprets and records patient's physiological and pharmacological status.
Provides continuity of care during the pre-op and post-op period.
Responds to life-threatening situations as required.
Assists in research projects and instructs others in principals and practices of Anesthesia, as directed by Anesthesiologist.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree in Nursing or Master's degree in Anesthesia.
NBCRNA certification or Nat'l Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assts (NCCAA) and Nat'l Bd of Med Examiners (NBME).
Must maintain biannual certification through the submission of Continuing Medical Education credits (CMEs)
Georgia licensure as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist or Anesthesiologist Assistant.

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