Anesthesia Tech, 40 hours/week

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Winchester, MA

1d•$21 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Winchester Hospital is a 5x Magnet designated, Top 10 Massachusetts recognized 223-bed regional hospital that is the leading provider of comprehensive health care services in the northwest suburban Boston area. As an Anesthesia Tech for our OR Team, you will be responsible for the following: Prepares the operating room for surgical procedures, as directed, by obtaining, arranging, and setting up supplies and equipment to be utilized by anesthesia during surgical procedures. Ensures required supplies, medications, instruments and equipment are available and sterile for use in case. Opens sterile supplies according to aseptic technique. Prepares sterile field Dons appropriate surgical attire according to the organization’s policy. Minimizes preventable harm events and consistently executes the infection control protocols. Assists with procedures and safe medication practices under the supervision and delegation of the anesthesia department by: Positioning the patient and retracting tissue and other bodily parts as directed. Drawing up and administering medications as directed by an anesthesiologist. Participating in procedures such as nerve blocks and endotracheal intubations. May assist the post-anesthesia care unit with patient care issues related to anesthesia.

Requirements

High school Diploma required
At least two years of work experience in a direct patient care capacity or in central materials services sterilizing equipment
Basic computer skills (basic hardware and software knowledge)
Basic Life Support

Nice To Haves

Experience in a clinical position in an operating room environment
Basic knowledge of electronics, able to maintain and troubleshoot Anesthesia Equipment.

Responsibilities

Prepares the operating room for surgical procedures, as directed, by obtaining, arranging, and setting up supplies and equipment to be utilized by anesthesia during surgical procedures.
Ensures required supplies, medications, instruments and equipment are available and sterile for use in case.
Opens sterile supplies according to aseptic technique.
Prepares sterile field Dons appropriate surgical attire according to the organization’s policy.
Minimizes preventable harm events and consistently executes the infection control protocols.
Positioning the patient and retracting tissue and other bodily parts as directed.
Drawing up and administering medications as directed by an anesthesiologist.
Participating in procedures such as nerve blocks and endotracheal intubations.
May assist the post-anesthesia care unit with patient care issues related to anesthesia.