Working under the direction of a Staff Anesthesiologist, administers anesthesia to patients rendering them insensitive to pain during surgery. Monitors the patient's physical reaction to the anesthetic and informs the physician of any adverse condition. Administers emergency measures when complications arise. Join our team at Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital!nnOur team manages all cases, excluding trauma, OB, open heart, and liver. Most of our AAs work 12-hour shifts. These positions do not involve weekday call or working nights.nnEmbrace the opportunity to be a part of a collegial work environment, where CRNAs, AAs and MDAs come together to ensure the highest level of patient care.nnThe city of Weston is in Broward County, just west of Fort Lauderdale. Weston is 30 miles northwest of Miami and part of the Miami metropolitan area.nnResponsibilities:nnObtains a comprehensive patient history and performs relevant elements of a physical exam.nnDiscusses findings and anesthetic plan with anesthesiologist before induction of anesthesia.nnReviews patient's condition with anesthesiologist immediately prior to induction of anesthesia.nnThis includes changes in patient's condition, review of administration of any pre-anesthesia medication, selection of anesthetic agent and technique.nnPretests and calibrates anesthesia delivery systems.nnAdministers anesthetic drugs, adjuvant drugs and accessory drugs.nnAssists anesthesiologist with the implementation of medically accepted monitoring techniques, epidural anesthetic procedures, spinal anesthetic procedures and other regional anesthetic techniques.nnRecognizes and takes appropriate action for abnormal patient responses during anesthesia, including resuscitation, until patient regains control of vital functions.nnAdministers blood, blood products and supportive fluids. Provides post-anesthesia recovery care to the patient for as long as necessary, keeping anesthesiologist informed as to the patient's progress.nnDisplays title of Anesthesiology Assistant as a means of identifying the individual's authority to practice.nnOther duties as assigned.nnEducation:nnA baccalaureate or higher degree from an institution of higher learning accredited by an organization recognized by the board of regents.nnCompletion of an anesthesiologist assistant training program that has been accredited by the commission on accreditation of allied health education programs, or equivalent.nnCertifications:nnCertification by the National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (AA).nnCurrent, valid Anesthesiologist Assistant (AA) license in the state of Florida. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.nnAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).nnWritten practice protocol consistent with section 4760.09 of the Revised Code.nnComplexity of Work:nnAll employees are expected to meet the standards of performance outlined in the Organizational-Wide Competencies listed below as applied to the position: World Class Service Orientation: Includes attitude, behavior, interpersonal skill, and problem solving that enable an employee to respond to internal and external customer needs and expectations in a positive manner.nnAdaptability: Includes teamwork and flexibility needed to fulfill job responsibilities including adapting to changes in work environment and accepting supervisory feedback.nnEfficiency and Effectiveness: Includes quantity and quality of desired work, as well as organization skills necessary to perform successfully.nnEssential Job Requirements: Includes adherence to all relevant policies, procedures, and guidelines affecting the work environment, including maintenance of required competencies and communication skills.nnManagerial Responsibilities: Includes overall accountability for assigned work group relative to operational goals, personnel requirements, and budgetary constraints.nnNote: The above stated duties are intended to outline those functions typically performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This description of duties is not intended to be all inclusive nor to limit the discretionary authority of supervisors to assign other tasks of similar nature or level of responsibility.nnWork Experience:nnNone required.nnPhysical Requirements:nnRequires full range of motion; manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.nnRequires standing and walking for extensive periods of time and the ability to lift and transport patients.nnRequires corrected hearing and vision to normal range.nnRequires some exposure to communicable diseases or bodily fluids.nnAbility to work under extreme pressure.nnPersonal Protective Equipment:nnFollows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.nnSalaries (which may be) shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.nnCleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities