Anesthesia Tech

Corewell Health • Saint Joseph, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for coordinating anesthesia supplies across multiple settings and assisting the anesthesiologist with technical procedures related to anesthesia administration. Essential Functions Assists the anesthesiologist in the insertion of intravenous lines (IVs), and the placement of epidural catheters, and monitoring devices (Swan-Ganz, transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE), arterial lines, etc.) related to the administration of anesthetic agents. Assists in patient care such as positioning and assisting with airway maneuvers. Performs point of care testing as required. Coordinates supplies for procedures across multiple sites. Stocks anesthesia carts and anesthesia storage room. Obtains emergency supplies during procedures, as directed. Supports equipment/supply trial by assisting vendors and evaluation collection. Provides input into the long term plan for capital equipment purchases / budget as it relates to anesthesia. Cleans equipment, work areas and reusable supplies and returns unneeded equipment to appropriate department. Collects and presents data for analysis of cost/quality comparisons for anesthesia medications, equipment and supplies. Assists in providing ongoing maintenance for anesthesia machines and other related equipment, including trouble shooting, removal and replacement of parts. Works with clinical engineering and technical support, acting as the first line of repair. Assignments are routine; follows established protocols. Works under close supervision, seeks guidance where needed; requires some instruction on day-to-day work and resolves routine problems.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of relevant experience patient care
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required
• Or CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days required

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree
• 1 year of relevant experience operating room
• CRT-Anesthesia Technician, Certified (Cer. A.T.) - UNKNOWN Unknown Upon Hire preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists the anesthesiologist in the insertion of intravenous lines (IVs), and the placement of epidural catheters, and monitoring devices (Swan-Ganz, transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE), arterial lines, etc.) related to the administration of anesthetic agents.
• Assists in patient care such as positioning and assisting with airway maneuvers.
• Performs point of care testing as required.
• Coordinates supplies for procedures across multiple sites.
• Stocks anesthesia carts and anesthesia storage room.
• Obtains emergency supplies during procedures, as directed.
• Supports equipment/supply trial by assisting vendors and evaluation collection.
• Provides input into the long term plan for capital equipment purchases / budget as it relates to anesthesia.
• Cleans equipment, work areas and reusable supplies and returns unneeded equipment to appropriate department.
• Collects and presents data for analysis of cost/quality comparisons for anesthesia medications, equipment and supplies.
• Assists in providing ongoing maintenance for anesthesia machines and other related equipment, including trouble shooting, removal and replacement of parts.
• Works with clinical engineering and technical support, acting as the first line of repair.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
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• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED