Anesthesia Tech- Operating Room

Baptist Healthcare System•Lexington, KY

16d•Onsite

About The Position

Anesthesia Technician-Operating Room Surgical Services I Lexington Full-Time I First Shift (5x8's0900-1730) Baptist Health Lexington Surgical Services Department encompasses several key areas: the Pre-Op Department, 20 operating rooms with a business office staff responsible for scheduling, a Postoperative Care Unit, an Endoscopy Department with dedicated pre- and post-op areas, and a Sterile Processing Department. Description: Assesses patient specific needs preoperatively i.e., resistant organisms, latex allergy, age specific and communicates with the surgical services team members regarding relevant patient and procedure data. Communication and Teamwork. Meets with anesthesiologists to identify needs of the department. Meets with vendors to identify equipment /supplies needed for the department. Assists in capital budget process. § Communicates with the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) regarding necessary changes, supplies/instrumentation needs. Communicates conflicts in the OR schedule to the Chief Anesthesiologist/designee. Coordinates special procedures with SPD. § Instructs staff regarding proper usage of and handling of anesthesia equipment. Assists with staff Scheduling/coordinates coverage. Demonstration of leadership. Customer relations and healing environment. Ensures positive customer relations through caring behaviors. Uses sensitivity in managing difficult or emotional situations.

Requirements

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date.
High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as an Anesthesia Technician., preferred not required.

Responsibilities

Assesses patient specific needs preoperatively i.e., resistant organisms, latex allergy, age specific and communicates with the surgical services team members regarding relevant patient and procedure data.
Meets with anesthesiologists to identify needs of the department.
Meets with vendors to identify equipment /supplies needed for the department.
Assists in capital budget process.
Communicates with the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) regarding necessary changes, supplies/instrumentation needs.
Communicates conflicts in the OR schedule to the Chief Anesthesiologist/designee.
Coordinates special procedures with SPD.
Instructs staff regarding proper usage of and handling of anesthesia equipment.
Assists with staff Scheduling/coordinates coverage.
Ensures positive customer relations through caring behaviors.
Uses sensitivity in managing difficult or emotional situations.