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How much do travel anesthesiologist assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for travel anesthesiologist assistant in the United States is $67.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.32 and $92.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a travel anesthesiologist assistant?

Travel Anesthesiologist Assistants are certified professionals who provide anesthesia care under the supervision of anesthesiologists while working temporary assignments at various healthcare facilities. They help prepare patients for anesthesia, monitor vital signs during procedures, and assist with patient recovery, often filling staffing gaps in different hospitals or clinics. These roles require flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to quickly integrate into new clinical environments while maintaining high standards of patient care.

What are some common challenges faced by travel anesthesiologist assistants when adapting to new healthcare facilities?

Travel anesthesiologist assistants often encounter challenges such as quickly adjusting to different hospital protocols, electronic medical record systems, and anesthesia teams. Each facility may have varying equipment, workflows, and patient populations, requiring adaptability and strong communication skills. Building rapport with new colleagues and integrating smoothly into established teams is essential for ensuring patient safety and effective collaboration. However, these experiences also help develop versatility and broaden clinical expertise.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a travel anesthesiologist assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Travel Anesthesiologist Assistant, you need a master's degree from an accredited anesthesiologist assistant program and national certification (such as from the NCCAA), along with a thorough understanding of anesthesia care and patient monitoring. Familiarity with anesthesia delivery systems, electronic health records, and perioperative monitoring equipment is essential. Strong communication, adaptability, and teamwork are crucial soft skills, especially when adjusting to new clinical environments and collaborating with diverse medical teams. These skills and qualifications ensure safe, effective anesthesia care and enable seamless integration into various healthcare settings as a traveling clinician.

What is the difference between Travel Anesthesiologist Assistant vs Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist?

AspectTravel Anesthesiologist AssistantCertified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
CredentialsMaster's degree from accredited program, certification examBachelor's degree in nursing, master's in nurse anesthesia, certification exam
Work EnvironmentHospitals, surgical centers, travel assignmentsHospitals, clinics, surgical centers, often permanent roles
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare facilities, staffing agencies, travel companiesHospitals, clinics, healthcare systems

Travel Anesthesiologist Assistants and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists both provide anesthesia care, requiring advanced certifications. However, TAA typically work on temporary assignments across various locations, while CRNAs often hold permanent positions. Both roles are vital in anesthesia delivery but differ in training pathways and employment settings.

What are the most commonly searched types of Travel Anesthesiologist jobs?

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Infographic showing various Travel Anesthesiologist Assistant job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $140,766 per year, or $67.7 per hour.

Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant

Crawfordsville, IN • On-site

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 20 days ago


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6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

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Job description

Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA)

Franciscan Physician Network is seeking a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) to join our team to meet the growing demands for Anesthesia services in the Lafayette, Indiana area. This position will be based at Franciscan Health Lafayette East, joining a group of 15 providers covering a broad range of patients. This is a high-performing, well-respected group with a great culture of teamwork that provides patient-centered care.

Ideal candidate will have a strong focus on clinical excellence and patient satisfaction. Candidate will display exceptional interpersonal skills and desire to develop strong ties with the community and existing medical staff. Provider will need to work collaboratively with all physicians and staff members and deliver the highest quality of patient care.

The Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) II works under the Medical Direction Model with anesthesiologists to ensure the safe administration of anesthesia during surgery and/or gastroenterology procedures. Provides patient care before, during and after anesthesia. Educates patients regarding anesthesia, including possible contraindications or side effects of anesthesia.

What you can expect:

  • Practice with an established group of Anesthesiologists, CRNAs and CAAs
  • No call required
  • No travel required
  • This position follows the Anesthesia Medical Direction model with a physician-led team approach with a large variety of case types
  • Procedures include orthopedics, ENT, healthy pediatrics, GYN, neuro, general surgery, urology, plastics, reconstructive and vascular

Franciscan Health is a non-profit health care system with primary and specialty care physician groups located throughout Indiana. Franciscan is known for our mission of caring. Our values of Respect for Life; Fidelity to Our Mission; Compassionate Concern; Joyful Service; and Christian Stewardship extend to our employees and patients.

With 12 hospitals, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care organizations in the Midwest. Franciscan Health includes over 1,000 employed physicians and advanced practice providers. Franciscan providers enjoy a team approach to care. Of our 260+ locations, many are nationally recognized Centers of Health Care Excellence.

Indiana was recently ranked the #2 Best State to Practice Medicine, reflecting the supportive environment our physicians experience every day, including competitive compensation, a favorable malpractice climate, and an affordable cost of living. It's an ideal place to build a rewarding, sustainable career while serving communities that truly value their caregivers.

What we offer:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Benefits package, including health, life, dental, vision and legal insurance
  • Retirement options, including 403(b), 457(b), 401(a)
  • Short- and Long-Term Own Occupation Disability

More information:

For more information, please contact Physician and Provider Services Team at practice@franciscanalliance.org or (844) 376-3627.

Where we live:

Lafayette is a multi-faceted town which encompasses a vibrant college scene, a beautiful natural landscape and a lively urban center. Across the Wabash River in West Lafayette, Purdue University draws a diverse young student population to the city. A walking tour of downtown Lafayette reveals a historic core of Victorian architecture, unique shops, and public art. Nature abounds in the city and area parks, including Columbian Park, the Celery Bog wetlands, the Jerry E. Clegg Botanical Garden along Wildcat Creek, and Wolf Park in Battle Ground. Lafayette offers an excellent art scene with local breweries, wineries, shops, pick-your-own-fruit farms among many other amenities and activities.

Travel is required: Never or Rarely

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law. Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights. Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.

Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site.


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