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Job · #796557

Inpatient Hospital CAA (Locum)

Springfield, MO

Posted 27th Jul, 2026

At a glance

Job typeLocum Tenens
Contract1099
ScheduleMon–Fri, 10‑hr shifts
SpecialtyGeneral Anesthesiology
ProfessionCertified Anesthesiologist Assistant

What it's like here

EpicCommunity hospital

Quick summary

AI summary

Weekday locum CAA role at a large hospital in Springfield, Missouri, suited for providers seeking high-acuity exposure in a medically directed care team.

Highlights

  • Mon–Fri, 10‑hr shifts
  • No call or weekends
  • 90‑day credentialing

Description

Palm Health Resources is actively recruiting Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants (CA
As) for a high-volume regional medical center in the Springfield, Missouri area.
This is a long-term weekday locum opportunity offering broad clinical exposure, medically directed practice, and consistent ongoing need in a large hospital environment.
This assignment is ideal for CA
As seeking strong earning potential, complex surgical exposure, and a stable long-term rotation without weekend or call obligations.
📍 Site & Community Highlights
  • Large regional referral hospital with 17 active ORs
  • High-acuity anesthesia environment with broad surgical exposure
  • Collaborative anesthesia department with established medical direction model
  • Located in Springfield, MO with:
Easy access via Springfield-Branson National Airport
Affordable housing and extended-stay options
Lakes, hiking, outdoor recreation, and low cost of living
  • Strong ongoing locum demand with multiple providers needed daily
🩺 Assignment Details
  • Start: ASAP
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Schedule:
Monday–Friday
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST
10-hour shifts
Day and evening shifts available
  • No weekends at this time
  • No call
  • Setting: Inpatient hospital
  • EMR: Epic
  • Coverage Model: Medical direction (4:1 anesthesia care team model)
  • Credentialing: Approximately 90 days
⚙️ Clinical Scope & Expectations
This is not a bread-and-butter-only facility.
CA
As will see a broad and higher-acuity case mix including:
  • Complex neuro and spine
  • ENT
  • EP
  • General surgery
  • Orthopedics
  • GI / Endoscopy
  • OB support
  • MRI / CT anesthesia
  • Pediatric exposure expected
Clinical Expectations:
  • Intubations required
  • Arterial lines required
  • Vent management required
  • Comfortable working in high-volume OR environment
Additional Facility Details:
  • Main OR average daily census ~135
  • 17 ORs running daily
  • No supervision responsibilities required
  • No DEA required
đź’¸ Compensation & Perks
  • Competitive 1099 hourly compensation
  • Paid travel, lodging, rental car or mileage
  • Paid malpractice insurance
  • Long-term ongoing assignment stability
  • Flexible shift options within weekday schedule
📌 Requirements
  • Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA)
  • Comfortable with broad inpatient anesthesia practice
  • Pediatrics comfort preferred
  • Recent case logs from prior 12 months strongly encouraged
  • Missouri license assistance available if needed
đź§­ Why Palm Health?
Palm Health Resources is a premier anesthesia locum staffing partner nationwide:
  • Top-tier 1099 compensation
  • Paid travel coordination
  • A+ rated malpractice coverage
  • Dedicated credentialing/licensing support
  • Flexible contract structures
  • 24/7 recruiter support
  • ICBA contractor benefits access
  • Priority access to additional nationwide CAA opportunities
🌟 Why This Opportunity
  • No call and no weekends
  • Broad/high-acuity surgical exposure
  • Large stable anesthesia department
  • Multiple providers needed long term
  • Excellent option for consistent weekday locum income
  • Strong ongoing need with extension potential
đź“© Reach out today for additional details, compensation discussion, and interview availability.

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