<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 offers a genuinely broad case mix — trauma, cardiac, OB, pediatrics, and general surgery — within a collaborative, team-based care model supervised by experienced anesthesiologists. New graduates are actively encouraged to apply, making this a strong launch point for early-career CAAs seeking high-acuity, high-variety clinical experience in a modern facility.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive salary in an employed position with full institutional support</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>Broad anesthesia case mix spanning trauma, cardiac, obstetrics, pediatrics, and general surgery</li> <li>Level II Trauma Center designation with corresponding acuity and case volume</li> <li>266-bed acute care hospital with multiple OR suites</li> <li>Level III NICU on campus, supporting high-risk OB and neonatal cases</li> <li>Modern anesthesia equipment throughout the OR environment</li> <li>Team-based anesthesia care model working alongside experienced anesthesiologists</li> <li>New graduates welcomed and supported within the established team structure</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 are eligible and 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, nestled against the Franklin Mountains with more than 300 days of sunshine annually and immediate access to hiking, climbing, and desert outdoor recreation. The city offers an affordable cost of living relative to most major metros, a rich bicultural heritage shaped by its position on the U.S.-Mexico border, and a strong sense of community that draws clinicians looking for quality of life alongside a compelling clinical environment.</p>