<p>A 266-bed Level II Trauma Center in El Paso, Texas is recruiting a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) to join its employed anesthesia team. The practice spans a genuinely broad case mix — trauma, cardiac, OB, pediatrics, and general surgery — within a team-based care model supported by experienced anesthesiologists. New graduates are explicitly welcomed, making this a strong launch point for early-career CAAs seeking immediate clinical depth and mentorship in a high-acuity environment.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive employed salary structure</li> <li>Relocation assistance provided</li> <li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance</li> <li>401(k) retirement plan with employer match</li> <li>Professional liability (malpractice) insurance covered</li> <li>CME allowance included</li> <li>Texas has no state income tax, meaningfully increasing take-home pay</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>266-bed acute care hospital designated as a Level II Trauma Center</li> <li>Level III NICU on campus, supporting a full-scope OB and neonatal anesthesia caseload</li> <li>Broad daily case mix spanning trauma, cardiac, obstetric, pediatric, and general surgery anesthesia</li> <li>Multiple OR suites with modern anesthesia equipment</li> <li>Team-based anesthesia care model with direct collaboration alongside attending anesthesiologists</li> <li>Supportive environment for new graduates entering high-acuity practice</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Graduate of a CAAHEP-accredited Anesthesiologist Assistant program</li> <li>NCCAA certification or board eligibility</li> <li>Active Texas CAA license or eligibility to obtain</li> <li>New graduates encouraged to apply — no minimum years of experience required</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>El Paso sits at the western tip of Texas where the Franklin Mountains meet the Rio Grande, offering 300-plus days of sunshine annually, dramatic mountain views, and year-round outdoor recreation including hiking, cycling, and desert exploration. The city's affordable cost of living and Texas's zero state income tax make it one of the more financially attractive markets in the Southwest for healthcare professionals. El Paso's deep bicultural heritage — rooted in both American and Mexican traditions — creates a vibrant food, arts, and community scene that distinguishes it from any other major Texas city.</p>