Anesthesia Tech

About This Role

This role supports the Anesthesiology department by assisting Anesthesiologists with the administration and monitoring of anesthesia in various settings. This position is a member of the perioperative care support team focused on minimizing patient pain during procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, maintenance, and setup of patient equipment and anesthesia delivery systems before, during, and after anesthesia care
• Set-up and operate anesthesia equipment including fluid warmers, warm-air blankets, and rapid infuser devices
• Set up supplies and assist in the placement of arterial lines, central lines, epidural catheters, and airway devices
• Set up supplies and devices for Cardiac and Vascular cases and assist with their placement
• Assist with the anesthetic induction of patients regardless of age, at the request of anesthesia staff
• Obtain blood samples and perform laboratory tests on these samples; perform QC checks on assigned testing devices
• Assist anesthesia staff in the transportation of critically ill patients to and from the operating room and other anesthetizing locations
• Keep assigned workroom area neat and orderly, stocking supplies as they arrive
• Stock anesthesia carts throughout the shift, ensuring cart availability
• Troubleshoot anesthesia equipment following training, perform diagnostic tests, and assist in evaluating new equipment

Requirements

• High school graduate
• Strong team player and supporter
• Highly reliable, punctual attendance
• Effective communication skills
• Adept at conflict resolution
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members in a flexible cooperative manner in a dynamic work environment
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks while paying close attention to detail
• Ability to engage in extended walking, standing, lifting/positioning supplies and equipment of up to 50 lbs, and assisting with pediatric and adult patients

Qualifications

• High school graduate
• Motivated to be trained for direct patient care support work; 1+ year direct or indirect healthcare experience desired; 1+ year Anesthesia Technician experience desired

Nice to Have

• One (1) year or more experience as an Anesthesia Technician
• Science based college coursework
• One (1) year or more direct or indirect health care experience
• Knowledge of medical terminology

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