Anesthesia Tech - Full-time

Stamford Health

About The Position

Stamford Health is looking for a full-time Anesthesia Tech to support our OR team! This is a full-time position. M-F 11am-7pm. Call, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Requirements

At least one year of experience in a clinical hospital setting
Knowledge of medical terminology and computer skills required
Minimum of one year experience as an Anesthesia Tech, Anesthesia Technician Certification (ASATT) highly preferred
Active BLS required
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, their family members, physicians, and other health care workers.
Ability to read, write, and speak English

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one year experience as an Anesthesia Tech, Anesthesia Technician Certification (ASATT) highly preferred

Responsibilities

Maintains stock of non-controlled drugs, supplies and equipment necessary for anesthetizing patients
Assists anesthesiologist with special needs for cases and trouble shoots equipment problems.
Conducts routine and periodic maintenance of equipment and reports defective equipment to Biomed and Chief of Anesthesia.
Assists with patient preparation, transporting, positioning and induction of anesthesia
Checks, cleans, and restocks all supplies on anesthesia carts in all OR rooms and OB C-section rooms
Organize and manage functioning of the anesthesia workroom.
Calibrates, maintains, and operates a wide range of specialized technical equipment.
Prepares anesthesia machine, equipment and supplies for surgery.
Using aseptic technique, prepares IV lines, arterial lines, central venous pressure lines, and opens trays under the direction of the attending anesthesiologist.
Maintains oxygen and nitrous oxide tanks on anesthesia machines
Checks soda lime contents and changes when necessary
Maintains orderly, neat and clean anesthesia supply room and equipment room.
Has basic knowledge in the care of various anesthesia equipment and supplies used in the OR
Follows instructions for use of disinfections and cleaning solution
Seeks assistance when presented with new instrumentation and equipment
Functions within limits specified by job description and policies and procedures of Stamford Hospital
Demonstrates reliable performance and judgment during emergency situations
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested in order to maintain a high level of service.
Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements.
Complies with departmental organizational policies and procedures and adheres to external agency requirements.