CRNA / CAA - Emory Cardiac Team - 30k sign-on

Company: Emory Healthcare
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: April 14, 2025

Job Description:

Overview:

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The Cardiac Anesthetist Team at Emory University Hospital (EUH) & Emory University Hospital Midtown (EUHM) is seeking to hire Anesthetists - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) or Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) - to become a vital part of Emory Healthcare's integrated academic healthcare system.

Work Hours/Schedule:

Full-Time/Part-Time
Rotating schedule with call.

Experience:

Cardiothoracic, Transplant and/or General Anesthesia experience highly preferred.

Highlights of joining the Emory University Hospital & Emory University Hospital Midtown Cardiac Anesthetist Team:

Salary based on years of experience as an Anesthetist (CRNA or CAA).
New graduate CRNAs & CAAs will start at General Surgical Specialties rate which will be adjusted to the Cardiothoracic Anesthetist rate upon successful completion of Cardiac Anesthetist Competency/Orientation
$30,000 sign-on bonus (for Full Time, 1.0FTE) or prorated based on FTE, with a 2-year commitment
Eligible for extra duty pay, overnight shift allowance, CME time-off & allowances, Student Loan Repayment program
37 days of PTO (for Full Time 1.0FTE), Benefits coverage, including PTO accrual, will begin from first day of employment
Life Insurance & Retirement Program options in addition to various Health, Welfare, Wellness benefits
Paid Parental Leave to benefit-eligible employees with six months of service
Professional Liability Insurance including Tail Coverage from start date
Reimbursement of State/National Licensure/Certification renewals, one professional association membership as well as AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS renewals after start date

EUH & EUHM Cardiac Anesthetist Team assists in the management of patients undergoing general anesthesia for surgical procedures including heart and lung transplants, VADs, ECMO, CABGs, robotic CABGs, conventional valve surgery, minimally invasive valve surgery, VATs, robotic lobectomies, general thoracic. We also participate in out- of- OR procedures including TAVRs, Mitral clips, TEVARs, EP procedures, and anesthesia for TEEs and cardioversions.

All Anesthetists are expected to supervise Student Anesthetists, participate managing patient needs at both Emory University Hospital (EUH) and Emory University Hospital Midtown (EUHM) as well as have the opportunity to participate in clinical research.

At all Emory Healthcare sites our CAAs, CRNAs and MDs collaborate within the Anesthesia Care Team model ensuring the highest level of quality and safety for our patients.

Description:
Under the direction of an Anesthesiologist, assists in the administration of general and regional anesthesia to surgical and non-surgical procedure patients.
Performs initial acute cardio-pulmonary resuscitation in life-threatening situations or as directed by a physician; Instructs others in principles and practices of anesthesia, respiratory care and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation as directed by the Anesthesiologist.
Interprets and records patient's physiological and pharmacological status, assists the Anesthesiologist in gathering routine pre-op data.
Assists in research projects as carried out by an Anesthesiologist.
Establishes multi-parameter monitoring of patient prior to, during and after anesthesia or in other acute care situations, including ECG, direct arterial pressure, central venous pressure, arterial blood gas determinations, hematocrits, and routine measurement of temperature, respiration, blood pressure, and heart rate.
Establishes other monitoring as may be developed for anesthesia and intensive care use. Manages pre- and post-anesthetic care, including ventilator management/support, other respiratory care parameters as assigned/directed by an Anesthesiologist.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduate of an accredited Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) or Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) Master's Degree program.
Licensed or eligible to practice in the State of Georgia.
Certified by National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA) or National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA).
Must maintain biannual certification through the submission of Continuing Medical Education credits (CMEs).
BLS certification from American Heart Association (AHA) required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium):

20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY!

Emory Healthcare, part of Emory University, is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia. At Emory Healthcare, our mission is to create and promote a culture that supports the growth and development of our Anesthetists, and in collaboration with the health care team, provide high-quality value-based care to patients and the community.

Highlights of joining the Emory Healthcare team:

Emory University Hospital named Top 100 Global Hospital
An 11-hospital system with 254 outpatient locations and close to 1,000 Advance Practice Providers
Rewarded with highly competitive compensation and benefit package
A strong multidisciplinary collaborative health care team that values shared decision making
Academic health care setting that partner closely with Emory School of Medicine
A culture of strong system leadership, research, education and mentorship
Additional Details:

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare's Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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