Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) – University Hospital

The Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant provides perioperative management of patients requiring anesthetized surgical and non-surgical procedures. The AA administers appropriate anesthetics, assists in patient transport, maintains records, and demonstrates professionalism in their duties.

Requirements

• Evidenced successful completion of Anesthesiologist Assistant program certified by the National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants.
• Current certification from an agency recognized by the South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners and the Anesthesiologist’s Assistant Committee.
• Evidence of licensure, or ability, by the South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an American Heart Association (AHA), BLS for Healthcare Providers.
• Current certification in Advanced Life Support (ACLS) from the American Heart Association.