Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (Instructor/CAA)
Kansas City University (KCU) is seeking a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) to join our team in a dynamic, full-time split position: 60% dedicated to academic responsibilities at KCU's Joplin campus and 40% to clinical practice at an approved clinical partner. Salary and benefits are provided by KCU based on a 1.0 FTE (full-time equivalent) appointment. On average, the employee will work 3 days a week as a didactic instructor and 2 days a week as a clinical preceptor. This unique opportunity allows the opportunity to shape the future of anesthesiology education while maintaining clinical expertise in a collaborative, patient-centered care environment.
This role supports the launch of KCU’s Master of Health Science in Anesthesiologist Assistant (MHS-AA) program—a 28-month clinical master’s degree aimed at training highly skilled AAs to serve as essential members of the Anesthesia Care Team.
What We Offer:
Competitive Salary: Paid by Kansas City University
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health, dental, vision, retirement plan, generous PTO, continuing education support, and more
Faculty Appointment: Academic appointment at the Instructor rank, or commensurate with experience
Professional Growth: Opportunity to contribute to a new and innovative program, collaborate with expert faculty, and maintain clinical proficiency at a respected healthcare institution
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Academic Responsibilities (60% FTE at KCU):
- Develops and delivers engaging instructional content across multiple courses in the MHS-AA program
- Utilizes innovative teaching methods, including traditional lectures and interactive technologies
- Creates, administers, and evaluates exams, quizzes, and other assessments
- Participates in software development to enhance evaluation of student learning
- Serves as a mentor, coach, and advisor to students
- Assists in the development of program goals, policies, and procedures
- Engages in institutional meetings and academic activities as requested
- Represents the program and university with professionalism and integrity
Clinical Responsibilities (40% FTE at approved clinical partner):
- Delivers anesthesia care under the medical direction of a physician anesthesiologist
- Serves as a clinical preceptor to student anesthesiologist assistants
- Assists in the clinical scheduling of students as requested by the Medical Director or designated Clinical Education Coordinator
- Collaborates with the anesthesia care team to promote safe and effective outcomes
- Stays current with clinical best practices through ongoing education and training
- Complies with institutional protocols and clinical standards
Qualifications:
- Master’s degree from an accredited Anesthesiologist Assistant program
- National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA); Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Must be eligible for licensure to practice as an Anesthesiologist Assistant in Missouri
- New graduates welcome; prior teaching or clinical experience is a plus
- Candidates are required to meet credentialing requirements at clinical partner site
Join us in shaping the next generation of anesthesiology professionals!
