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Anesthesiologist Assistant

Anesthesiologist AssistantNo nightsFull-Time

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Job Title

Anesthesiologist Assistant

Department: Specialty Care | Health System Anesthesiology Services

Scope of Position

The Ohio State University Medical Center is committed to enhancing the quality of care our patients receive. The AA functions as an integral Member of the patient care team, whose members reflect a culture of cooperation, enthusiasm, and mutual respect. The team provides patient care and supportive services that are directed toward the achievement of quality patient care outcomes, improvement of service levels, reduction in length of hospitalizations and reduction of cost.

Position Summary

The AA is a certified non-physician anesthesia provider who demonstrates excellence in all areas of anesthesia practice including but not limited to anesthesia case management, staff education and clinical research. The AA manages complex, unpredictable anesthesia situations.

The AA must be competent in technical, cognitive and interpersonal skills required to serve those patients receiving anesthesia care and services.

The AA is expected to practice within the established Medical Center guidelines, statutes established by the state medical board, anesthesia, (policies, procedures, protocols), and adhere to the Intensive Caring Value Statements.

The AA works as a member of the patient care team and collaborates with an MDA in the anesthetic care of each and every patient.

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire:

Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited school for anesthesia assistants (18month or 24month program). Current certification from the NCCAA. Current licensure from the Ohio State Medical Board. Current ACLS certification. Must be eligible to obtain clinical privileges as designated by the OSUMC Corporate Credentialing Office.

On Going

Must maintain the following NCCAA Certification, Ohio State Medical Board Licensure, (3)ACLS certification, (4)Clinical credentials with OSUMC Corporate Credentialing.

Additional Information

Location: University Hospital (0870)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours

40

Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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Key Responsibilities

The Anesthesiologist Assistant provides patient care and supportive services as an integral member of the anesthesia care team. They collaborate with an MDA to manage complex anesthesia situations and ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of a CAAHEP accredited anesthesia assistant program and hold current NCCAA certification. Additionally, they must possess current Ohio State Medical Board licensure and ACLS certification.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Technical skillsCognitive skills

Anesthesiologist Assistant Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 1.5
Below most Anesthesiologist Assistant listings for work-life

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Living in Columbus

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$263k
Typical market rent
$1,450/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.5
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Columbus, OH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.