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Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant/Nurse Anesthetist with Teaching Opportunities at Academic Medical Center
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Location : Indianapolis, IN, 46204
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
IU Health Physicians is seeking an Anesthetist in Indianapolis, IN!
Position Highlights:
- Participate in the growth of the anesthetist profession within the adult academic health center including IU Health Methodist and University Hospitals
- Involvement in student, resident and fellow training, including a faculty appointment
- Full-Time, Monday-Friday, flexible scheduling - will consider 4x10s, 3x13s and 5x8s
- No weekend work or call required
- Inpatient and outpatient responsibilities including: endoscopy, ERCP, GYN, ENT, dental, plastics, urology, ortho, trauma, NORA, general, neuro, and spine. Plans to expand anesthetist coverage to vascular, cardiac, and OB
- Procedures include: IV placement, airway management, arterial & central cath placement, general & regional anesthesia
Qualifications:
- Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant:
- Must have graduated with a Master’s degree from a CAAHEP accredited Anesthesiologist Assistant Program
- Must have passed the Certifying Examination for Anesthesiologist Assistants or the CDQ examination and hold current certification
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist:
- Must have graduated from Master’s level Nurse Anesthesia program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs
- Must have passed the National Certification Examination and hold current certification from the Council of Certification of Nurse Anesthetists
- Must hold current ACLS and PALS certifications
- Licensed or eligible for licensure in Indiana
IU Health offers a value-based compensation package that includes: a sign-on forgivable loan, group insurance (health, dental, life, disability), 401k with company match, generous PTO, CME allowance/time off, relocation assistance, and malpractice insurance coverage.
Facility DescriptionIU Health Methodist Hospitalis a regional healthcare leader through its commitment to excellence, accessibility and preeminence. Part of the IU Health Adult Academic Health Center, it is currently ranked byU.S. News & World Reportas the top hospital in the state of Indiana , with 13 procedures/conditions rated as high performing.
With 1,000 beds, IU Health Methodist Hospital is a large tertiary referral center with over 130 ICU beds. It serves as the largest trauma center in Indianapolis, as well as a highly subspecialized center for cardiovascular surgery, thoracic surgery, neurosurgery, lung transplantation, and neurocritical care.
IU Health is building a new downtown hospital and campus, which will consolidate operations of the adjacent IU Health Methodist and University Hospitals. Construction for the new hospital is well underway and set to open in late 2027. It will feature three 16-story towers with 864 beds. IU School of Medicine is also constructing a medical education and research building directly east of the new hospital.
Community DescriptionIndianapolis, Indiana, the 17th largest U.S. city, is a sophisticated city blending charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure. Residents of this dynamic city enjoy:
- Leading educational system and top-ranked universities, paired with a diverse population
- Vibrant downtown offering arts, theaters, world-class museums, zoo, concerts and memorials
- Named toU.S. News & World Report's2023-2024 list of the best places to live in the United States
- Top ranked international airport: "Best Airport in North America" twelve consecutive years
- Ranked by Niche in 2023 as one of the most diverse counties in America, as well as one of the best cities to live in and buy a house in the country
- Historic neighborhoods with surrounding cultural districts and low cost of living
- Outdoor recreation includes golfing, boating and unique parks
- Home of the Colts (NFL), Fever (
- WNBA ), Pacers (
- NBA ), Indians (
- MiLB ), Indianapolis 500 (
- IndyCar ) and the nation's largest half marathon
- Close proximity to Chicago, St. Louis
Freqently Asked Questions
In academic health centers like IU Health Methodist Hospital, Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants and Nurse Anesthetists work closely alongside anesthesiologists and surgical teams, often engaging in complex cases ranging from neuro to trauma surgeries. Their role extends beyond patient care to include teaching residents and fellows, integrating clinical expertise with educational responsibilities.
To practice as a Nurse Anesthetist in Indiana, candidates must graduate from a master's-level accredited nurse anesthesia program, pass the national certification exam, and hold current certification from the Council of Certification of Nurse Anesthetists. Additionally, maintaining ACLS and PALS certifications and obtaining Indiana licensure are mandatory for clinical practice.
Daily tasks include managing airway support, administering general and regional anesthesia, and performing IV placements. Responsibilities span diverse surgical specialties such as orthopedics, neurosurgery, and ENT. This variety demands strong procedural skills and adaptability to both inpatient and outpatient care within a busy academic hospital.
Medcv fosters a collaborative teaching environment where anesthetists actively contribute to student and resident education through faculty appointments. The organization emphasizes professional growth by involving anesthesiology assistants in academic settings, facilitating hands-on learning, and expanding anesthetist coverage into subspecialties like cardiac and vascular anesthesia.
Medcv offers flexible full-time schedules including options like 4x10s, 3x13s, or traditional 5x8s, with no weekend work or on-call duties. This flexibility supports work-life balance while maintaining comprehensive patient coverage, which is particularly attractive for anesthetists seeking predictable hours in a high-acuity academic medical center.
Indianapolis has a growing demand for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists driven by its expanding medical facilities and academic centers. While competition exists, the local market offers ample opportunities with competitive salaries and benefits, partly due to the city's low cost of living and its status as a healthcare hub in the Midwest.
Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants in Indianapolis typically earn between $130,000 and $180,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications. The presence of academic medical centers like IU Health often provides additional incentives such as sign-on bonuses, loan forgiveness, and comprehensive benefits, making the compensation package attractive.
Yes, Medcv offers generous CME allowances and dedicated time off for educational pursuits. They also provide malpractice insurance coverage and assistance with licensure-related expenses. This commitment ensures Nurse Anesthetists can maintain certifications like ACLS and PALS, essential for high-standard anesthesiology practice.
Medcv uniquely emphasizes teaching opportunities within a high-volume tertiary academic center, blending clinical anesthesia duties with faculty-level educational roles. The role's flexibility, lack of weekend or on-call obligations, and involvement in a wide range of surgical specialties set it apart, fostering both professional growth and work-life balance.
Obtaining licensure in Indiana requires meeting state-specific credentialing, which includes passing national certification exams and holding current ACLS and PALS certifications. While the process is straightforward for most, anesthetists must ensure compliance with Indiana's medical board regulations to practice within academic and hospital settings effectively.
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