Anesthesia Tech

University of Maryland Medical System-posted about 12 hours ago
$21 - $35/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Largo, MD
1,001-5,000 employees
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Located in Largo in the heart of Prince George’s County, our new state-of-the-art regional medical center (UM Capital Region Medical Center) will provide improved access to primary and ambulatory care services, and serve as a tertiary care center for critically ill patients. In addition, our new space will allow us to expand our offerings as a community partner to help improve the health status of Prince George’s County residents. P OSITION SUMMARY Sets up anesthesia equipment and supplies for procedures and cleans and checks equipment after use. Performs routine preventative maintenance and parts replacement on equipment. Under the supervision of a CRNA, may assist with the assembly and flushing of IV tubing, monitor flow rate, assist with the placement of invasive catheters, and help prepare patient for induction and transport.

  • Maintains, organizes and updates anesthesia supplies.
  • Meets requirements established for infection control standards in Main O.R. and L&D
  • Maintains a program of preventive maintenance for all anesthesia equipment.
  • Assists with preparation and insertion of invasive lines, including CVP, arterial lines and pulmonary artery catheters.
  • Prepares operating room anesthesia areas for cases and identifies surgeries requiring special equipment and/or drugs.
  • Greets customers in courteous, friendly, respectful and professional manner at all times, including maintaining eye contact when appropriate.
  • Follows communication protocols to both internal and external customers, including introducing him/herself with job title and experience, asking open ended questions, such as “How may I be of help to you?” using the customer’s name as soon as it is learned.
  • Responds promptly and appropriately to customer questions/concerns/complaints and attempts immediate resolution.
  • Keeps customer’s information confidential, including public places such as elevators or the cafeteria.
  • Provides assistance and offers help immediately, including finding someone else to meet the request, if unable to do so him/herself. Introduce other staff to customers when a hand-off occurs and explain that the person will provide excellent service.
  • Demonstrates commitment to excellent service recovery when a customer’s expectations have not been met.
  • Offers assistance to colleagues and other departments when needed.
  • Takes responsibility for solving problems regardless of origin; completes assignments, and respects deadlines.
  • Resolves conflict directly with colleagues and seeks assistance from others if the issue cannot be resolved. Refrains from criticism in public.
  • Mindful and respectful of others’ time and schedules. Attends meetings on time and communicates any absences.
  • Provides co-workers with a status report for continuity of workflow when planning to be out of the office, off the unit, or away from the department
  • Respectful, courteous and professional in all forms of communication and follows facility’s service communication protocol in all interactions.
  • Refrains from use of personal cell phone in patient care areas and keeps usage to a minimum at all other times while on duty.
  • Does not text or use e-mail during meetings (except for exigent or emergency situations).
  • Limits use of business cell phone during meetings (remain on vibrate and/or calls go to voicemail).
  • Makes every effort to answer telephone calls within three rings, introducing him/herself, department and title (if appropriate). Asks permission before placing the caller on hold or using the speakerphone. If caller is transferred, gives the caller the extension number of the person he or she is being transferred to. Offers further assistance to the caller upon completing the conversation.
  • Maintains an appropriate voicemail message and when away from the office has an out-of-office email message that is brief, current, and includes name and department and offers the caller options if possible.
  • Returns email and voicemail messages promptly but no later than within one business day (24 hours).
  • Always mindful of voice and language in public.
  • Reports to work appropriately groomed and in compliance with the Hospital’s dress code. Wears identification badge at all times at chest level and facing outwards so identification is clearly visible.
  • Complete all assignments within deadlines or negotiates alternative actions and time frames in order to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Completes mandatory, annual education and competency requirements.
  • Follows UMCAP safety, infection control and employee health standards.
  • Demonstrates responsibility for personal growth, development and professional knowledge and competency.
  • Adhere to all UMCAP and department policies and procedures, including Code of Conduct and professional behavior standards. Does not exceed Hospital guidelines in reference to attendance, punctuality, and use of sick and unplanned absences. Provides notification of absences, lateness and vacation requests according to department guidelines. Respects length of time for lunch and break times.
  • Reviews, signs, and adheres to UMCAP and/or departmental confidentiality statement.
  • Completion of Anesthesia Technician Certification ASSTT within one year of employment.
  • Basic Life Support – Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP)
  • High School
  • One year of recent related experience in the Operating Room or Anesthesiology including applicwith knowledge of sterile technique.
  • Basic Microsoft Word
  • Basic Microsoft Excel
  • Basic knowledge and working experience with Medical Terminology
  • Anesthesia Technician Certification ASSTT
  • 2 – 3 years Experience
  • Bilingual: Language: Spanish
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