Job Summary:
The Anesthesia Technician is responsible for assisting and preparation for anesthesia in the hospital setting.
Hours:
- .8 FTE - 32 Hours Per Week
- Monday through Friday shifts
- 2, 12-Hour Shifts & 1, 8-Hour Shift
- Starting hourly rate: $19.38+ per hour based on experience
Essential Job Functions:
- Supports anesthesia care providers during invasive monitoring vascular access procedures
- Supplies and equipment are assembled as appropriate for procedures
- Additional supplies and equipment are procured during procedure as needed
- Supplies are restocked, as used, during the procedure and after the procedure
- Supports anesthesia care providers in the operating room environment
- Equipment is cleaned and contaminated items are disposed of in accordance with the infection control policy and manufacturer's instructions for use
- Ability to differentiate between and anticipate the types of supplies and equipment needed for patient population, specific airway management is consistently demonstrated
- Ability to differentiate between and anticipate supplies needed for age, patient population specific general, regional and monitored anesthesia care is consistently demonstrated
- Ability to differentiate between and anticipate the types of monitoring equipment and supplies needed for patient population, specific care is consistently demonstrated
- Adequate par levels of supplies and medications are maintained
- Supports operating room procedures
- Patient and personnel safety procedures are adhered to (infection control, fire safety, electric and chemical hazards identified etc.)
- System issues are brought to management's attention in a timely manner
- Interdisciplinary team participation is evident in all areas of practice
- Emergency situations are immediately and competently responded to (cardiac arrest, difficult airway, malignant hyperthermia etc.)
- Interfaces effectively with peers and customers and assumes responsibility for professional development of self and others per departmental policy
- Strengths and opportunities for professional development are identified and goals for self-improvement are set and documented
- A positive environment conducive to development of others is demonstrated on an ongoing basis including but not limited to perception, teaching, orienting, role modeling, and team participation
- Annual mandatory training activities are completed within established time frames
- Demonstrates leadership in the delivery of technical patient care
- Active participation in accomplishing the goals of the OR is demonstrated
- Recognition and support of peers is provided on a routine basis
- Time management and organizational skills are demonstrated/role modeled on a routine basis
- Regular and prompt work-site attendance
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications, Knowledge & Ability:
- Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
- Ability to relate and work effectively with others
- Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards
- BLS certification is required upon hire
- Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for own professional advancement
- Previous experience in a hospital environment is required
- Two year degree from an accredited college or technical school is preferred
- Is aware of professional standards and performs in accordance with them
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
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