Anesthesia Aide: Anesthesiology

Hoag • Newport Beach, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Anesthesia Aide is responsible for the care, cleaning, and handling of anesthesia equipment. This role involves taking inventory, ordering and stocking anesthesia carts, and coordinating the assembly of these carts. The process includes inventory management, restocking, and proactively identifying supply and drug needs. The Anesthesia Aide assists with the morning/daily setup of Operating Rooms for anesthesia requirements, places orders for supplies, and receives incoming orders. A strong understanding of blood and body fluid precautions, disinfection techniques, and sterilization documentation (including biological testing and chemical indicators) is essential. The position also includes performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of surgical terminology, instrumentation, and supplies.
• Knowledge of instrumentation, blood and body fluid precautions, disinfection techniques, and methods of sterilization.
• Two years recent O.R. experience with knowledge of the basic technical aspects of general, regional and pediatric anesthesia and aseptic technique.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of manufacturer’s training program for anesthesia machine and ventilator maintenance and repair.
• BLS certification.
• ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Care, cleaning, and handling of anesthesia equipment.
• Taking inventory, ordering, and stocking anesthesia carts.
• Providing coordination and assembly of anesthesia carts.
• Inventory management, restocking, and proactive identification of supply/drug needs.
• Assisting with the morning/daily setup of Operating Rooms for anesthesia needs.
• Placing orders for supplies and receiving incoming orders.
• Ensuring documentation for sterilization, including biological testing and chemical indicators of equipment.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED