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Hourly Wage Estimate: 18.91 - 25.54 / hour
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Introduction
Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Anesthesia Technician? At Swedish Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to 300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.
Benefits
Swedish Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
- Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
- Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
- Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
- 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
- Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
- Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more.
- Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
- Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships.
- Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
- Colleague recognition program.
- Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
- Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Anesthesia Technician like you to be a part of our team.
Job Summary and Qualifications
Under the direction of the registered nurse, the Anesthesia Technician (AT) will provide assistance to assigned patients in accordance with the patient care standards in a comprehensive manner through the use of the nursing process. The AT performs delegated duties consistent with his/her scope of practice and functions within the philosophy and overall plan of care delivery at SMC.
The Anesthesia Technician plays a crucial role in delivering top-notch, patient-centered care by providing essential anesthesia support to the anesthesia clinician during surgical procedures. Their proactive approach to preparing and maintaining supplies, patient monitoring equipment, and anesthesia delivery systems helps anticipate the clinician's needs. As a member of the perioperative team, the Anesthesia Technician collaborates with the circulating RN and the perioperative team to ensure a safe and optimal patient perioperative experience.
Prepares and organizes equipment and supplies for scheduled and emergent cases in anesthetizing locations. Reviews present and future surgical schedules to ensure anesthesia staff have the essential equipment and supplies necessary for routine and challenging cases.
Transports and sets up equipment needed for procedures, including laryngoscope blades, monitors, EKG cables, ETCO2 lines, pulse oximetry cables, temperature cables, and oxygen tanks/tubing. Assures equipment is decontaminated and in good working condition before each procedure.
Follows department procedures for proper procurement and handling of non-controlled medications, I.V. fluids, contrast media, and irrigating fluids in the surgical services area.
Performs thorough, prompt room turnover between procedures, including cleaning and disinfection, restocking of anesthesia supplies, and cleaning/storing of anesthesia equipment and instrumentation as needed. Demonstrates proficiency with equipment point-of-use care and transport, including initial bedside decontamination of TEE probe and bronchoscope.
Calibrates and troubleshoots minor malfunctions of anesthesia equipment. Removes and reports all damaged or unsafe equipment.
Responds promptly to on-call situations as scheduled.
What qualifications you will need:
- Current BLS Certification through AHA or ARC.
- 1-2 years preferred.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Demonstrates good organizational skills.
- Performs delegated functions safely and accurately.
- Displays appropriate judgment and problem solving skills.
- Communicates positively and professionally with all internal and external customers.
HCA HealthONE Swedish
HCA HealthONE, one of the largest and most comprehensive healthcare systems in the Rocky Mountain region, offers more than 170 care sites in the Denver-metro area. Offering services across the continuum of care to meet patients’ total healthcare needs, HCA HealthONE includes seven acute care hospitals, a dedicated flagship pediatric hospital, a rehabilitation hospital, CareNow urgent care clinics, mental health campuses, imaging and surgery centers, physician practices, home and hospice care, and AirLife Denver, which provides regional critical care air and ground transportation.
Among HCA HealthONE’s acute care hospitals is Swedish, a proud member of the community for more than 115 years. An acute care hospital with 408 licensed beds, HCA HealthONE Swedish is a national leader in neurosciences and serves as the region’s preeminent referral center for the most advanced stroke treatment and was the state’s first Joint Commission certified Comprehensive Stroke Center.
HCA HealthONE Swedish is also home to a robust robotics program, a certified burn and reconstructive center, and a wide-ranging oncology center. Consistently among the Denver Business Journals’ list of top corporate philanthropists in the Denver-metro area, HCA HealthONE was named as one of the most community-minded organizations by The Civic 50 and contributed more than 1 million through cash and in-kind donations last year alone, along with more than 400M in federal, state and local taxes.
"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
We are a family of 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Anesthesia Technician opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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