Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant - $75,000 Sign On Bonus

About the role

Join an anesthesia team taking care of some of the most complex patients in Wisconsin. UW Health is a beacon for some of the most challenging and unique medical cases in the Midwest. As the #1 hospital in WI for 14 years running, we are proud of the remarkable care our team provides every day. Our Clinical Anesthetist team plays a critical role in providing care to a diverse range of specialties – from pediatrics, to neuro, transplant, plastics, trauma, outpatient surgeries, and more – we see it all! Our team works in a medically directed care model; we strongly believe that this partnership fosters a collaborative environment while providing the highest quality of care to our patients. UW Health understands the need for continued learning throughout your practice and provides regular opportunities for medical education – including visiting professors, weekly grand rounds, and morbidity & mortality conferences. If you are focused on the patient experience, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to have the opportunity to do something different every day – UW Health is the place for you!

Responsibilities

• Provide anesthesia care to a complex patient population under the medical direction provided by the UW Department of Anesthesiology faculty anesthesiologists.
• Work collaboratively with administrative, nursing, physician, and other staff to assure safe, effective, quality patient care and to promote UW Health's educational and research missions.
• Work in an academic setting with ample opportunity to contribute to S-AA education.
• Case mix may include: neuro, spines, ortho trauma, ob/gyn surgery, acute general surgery, transplant, plastics, trauma, cath lab, and outpatient surgery.

Work locations

This position will be assigned a primary work location but must also be willing to work at any of the following locations: University Hospital, American Family Children's Hospital, East Madison Hospital, Madison Surgery Center, and the Digestive Health Center in Madison, WI.

Schedule

75-1.0 FTE, based on the candidate's preference. 8, 10, 12, and 14 hour shifts available to provide flexibility. Weekend and/or PM shift commitments optional for additional compensation. Some weekend, night, Holiday and pager call may apply at some locations.

Pay and benefits

• External hires may be eligible for up to a $75,000 sign-on bonus.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified applicants.
• Excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Full time benefits for part time work (for positions 60% FTE and higher).
• Robust paid time off policy, including 47 days - 22 vacation, 12 sick, 8 holidays, 5 days towards Continuing Medical Education (CME). Plus an allowance for conference registrations to continue growing professionally.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Education

• Minimum – Masters degree from accredited AA program

Certifications

• Active Anesthesiologist Assistant license in WI
• Active national certification from National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA)