Anesthesia Tech III, Cer.A.T./Cer.A.T.T. - Mineola
About The Position
The Anesthesia Tech III assists licensed anesthesia providers by acquiring and preparing equipment and supplies for anesthesia administration across multiple organizational areas, including GI, Cath Lab, EP, Specials, MRI, TEE, and CCK. The role supports safe, efficient, and cost-effective anesthesia care in routine and complex surgical cases and provides patient-monitoring devices and anesthesia delivery systems before, during, and after anesthesia. The position maintains anesthesia equipment through cleaning, sterilizing, assembling, and arranging regular inspections and maintenance with Bio-Medical Engineering. It supplies providers with mechanical, pneumatic, and electronic equipment used to monitor, evaluate, and manage patients undergoing anesthesia. The role also manages supply inventory, ordering, receipt, and stocking; orders floor-stock medications from pharmacy and ensures secure delivery of non-narcotic medications for daily anesthesia use; and documents equipment repairs and related activities.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Five years of work experience in anesthesia associate or anesthesia technician work.
- BLS certification.
- Anesthesia certification.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Basic computer skills, including knowledge of HBOC and Par Assist.
- Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree.
Responsibilities
- Prioritize and organize daily work.
- Review and assess anesthesia equipment in the OR at the start of the shift and check deliveries awaiting opening and shelving.
- Complete daily assignments in an organized, timely, and efficient manner.
- Maintain anesthesia supply inventory according to par levels and approved budgets, and validate received orders for accuracy.
- Respond appropriately to emergencies and demonstrate the ability to set priorities.
- Respond to staff and unit needs in a timely manner.
- Accurately report pertinent patient information to the physician, anesthesia manager, or designee.
- Comply with regulatory and hospital policies governing safety standards and infection control.
- Complete required anesthesia machine tests and inspect equipment cleanliness.
- Clean anesthesia machines using appropriate procedures.
- Wash or sterilize anesthesia equipment in the Main OR.
- Clean anesthesia carts and tables in ASU, PACU, Endo, and L&D.
- Identify sterile and unsterile steam and gas sterilization supplies.
- Identify unsafe or expired medications and supplies and notify pharmacy, the physician, the anesthesia manager, or appropriate personnel.
- Restock anesthesia carts and machines; check stock levels in each OR and tables in all areas; replenish supplies.
- Disassemble equipment and inspect it for damage, wear, cracks, or leaks.
- Check equipment for improper operation and replace as needed.
- Document equipment repairs and other related activities.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits and wellness package.
- Financial security benefits.
- Generous time-off program.
- Employee resource groups for peer support.
- Employee wellness program covering physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
