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Posted 24 July, 2026

Anesthesiologist Assistant Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at OR in Merrillville, Indiana

LocumTenens.com
Merrillville, IN, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
This Job at a Glance
  • Job Reference Id: ORD-219760-CAA-IN
  • Title: CAA
  • Dates Needed: ASAP - Ongoing
  • Shift Type: Day Shift
  • Assignment Type: OR
  • Call Required: No
  • Board Certification Required: Yes
  • Job Duration: Locums
About the Facility

This community hospital operates an organized operating room program with an established perioperative environment suited to locum tenens anesthesia coverage. The facility maintains workflows designed to support quality patient care delivery across a routine surgical case mix. Locum tenens anesthesiologist assistant coverage is sought to address current staffing needs within the Anesthesia Department.

About the Facility Location

Merrillville, Indiana offers a range of regional attractions and recreational opportunities suited to diverse interests. The area provides access to outdoor activities, cultural experiences, and year-round entertainment options. Clinicians on assignment will find varied options for engagement throughout the region during their time away from the clinical setting.

About the Clinician's Workday

Clinicians in this role will provide anesthesia services under a physician medical direction model during day shifts at an operating room facility in Merrillville, Indiana. Shifts are available in 8-hour or 10-hour increments, with no call coverage required for this locum tenens assignment. The surgical case mix consists of bread and butter cases. Board certification is required for all clinicians in this role.


Additional Job Details
  • Case Load/PPD: N/A
  • Patient Population: All Ages
  • Call Ratio/Schedule: N/A
  • Location Type: On-Site
  • Prescriptive Authority Required: No
  • Government: No
  • Percentage Hands On: 0%
  • Supervision/Medical Direction: Medical Direction
  • Staffing Model: Medical Direction

Why choose LocumTenens.com?

Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:

  • Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm
  • Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet
  • Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist
  • Digital hub for assignment details