Anesthesia Technician I
Anesthesia Technician I
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Job Description
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Summary: Responsible for providing technical and operational assistance during surgical procedures and other medical interventions by ensuring the availability and proper functioning of anesthesia equipment and supplies preparing and maintaining the operating room environment and assisting in the delivery of safe and effective anesthesia care.Does this position require Patient Care Yes
Essential Functions
-Ensure anesthesia carts are supplied and machines are in each room prior to the beginning of the surgery schedule and between procedures.
-Checks and replaces anesthesia gas tanks as needed.
-Retrieve special anesthesia supplies that are anticipated and/or requested by the person administering the anesthetic before and during surgery.
-Prepares complex equipment and supplies for hemodynamic monitoring.
-Ensures monitoring equipment and supplies are ready.
-Ensures the anesthesia machine is ready for use including troubleshooting and correcting problems.
-Performs daily anesthesia equipment inspections including suction electrical plugs gas connections oxygen and nitrous oxide cylinders.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required and Associates Degree Nurse Anesthesia Practitioner preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree No
Licenses and Credentials
Basic Life Support BLS Certification - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Certified Anesthesia Technician Cer.A.T - American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians preferred
Experience
Medical Office/Hospital/Managed Care Experience 1-2 years required and Anesthesia Experience 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of anesthesia equipment monitors and supplies commonly used in surgical and procedural settings.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with the anesthesia care team and other healthcare professionals.
- Ability to prioritize tasks multitask and adapt to changing circumstances.
- Basic understanding of medical terminology pharmacology and patient monitoring techniques.
- Proficiency in using computerized systems and medical record software.
- Physical stamina and the ability to lift and move heavy equipment and assist in patient positioning as required.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently (34-66%)
- Walking Frequently (34-66%)
- Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
- Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
- Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
- Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
- Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
- Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
- Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
- Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
- Talking Constantly (67-100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67-100%)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$20.43 - $29.21/HourlyGrade
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Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
