Anesthesia Technician

Job Summary:

The Anesthesia Technician will support anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists in the delivery of anesthesia care. The technician will be responsible for preparing and maintaining anesthesia equipment and supplies ensuring a sterile environment and assisting in patient monitoring before during and after procedures.

Hours:

• .6 FTE - 24 Hours Per Week
• Monday through Friday shifts
• 2 12-Hour Shifts

Essential Job Functions:

• Assemble and check all equipment and machines prior to procedures to ensure proper functioning
• Stock and prepare medications fluids and anesthesia-related supplies needed for procedures
• Assist anesthesiologist and nurse anesthetists during induction spinals maintenance and emergent phase of anesthesia
• Ensure the maintenance of aseptic and sterile techniques when handling equipment and supplies
• Monitor equipment functionality troubleshoot calibrate and maintain anesthesia equipment and report malfunctions promptly
• Decontaminate sterilize and properly store reusable equipment and tools after procedures
• Move anesthesia carts machines and monitoring equipment to different operating rooms as needed
• Track supply levels reorder items and rotate stock to avoid expiration
• Support staff in properly positioning patients for procedures to ensure safety and optimal access for anesthesia deliver
• Provide immediate support during code situations or anesthesia-related emergencies by preparing necessary equipment
• Assist with cleanup of the anesthesia work area and turnover of rooms between cases

• Participate in the departments on-call rotation and respond promptly to call-ins to ensure continuous patient care and surgical support as needed

• Promptly report and document any occurrences of unusual events safety concerns or incidents in accordance with organization policies and procedures
• Use the organizations secure messaging platform in accordance with departmental protocols including timely receipt and responses to communications

• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Medical Terminology
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
• Quality assurance and accreditation standards
• Understanding of HIPAA regulations patient confidentiality laws and patient rights
• Awareness of pharmacological agents used in anesthesia
• Effective English communication in verbal and written format
• Quality work including attention to detail and accuracy
• Carry out customer service standards
• Basic computer proficiency
• Prioritize tasks effectively through managing workload based on urgency and importance
• Capacity to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Continuously lean and improve through staying up to date on job specific trends policies and new technologies
• Successfully demonstrate organization-wide performance review competencies

Qualifications

• Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required
• Two-year degree from an accredited college or technical school is preferred
• BLS certification is required upon hire
• Previous experience in a hospital environment is required
• Must possess a cell phone that interfaces with the organizations secure message system

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
• Company paid life insurance
• Free scrubs with laundry service
• Free meals
• PTO
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness reimbursement

Required Experience:

IC