Anesthesia Technician II

MemorialCare•Fountain Valley, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of Orange Coast Medical Center. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with our core values: Integrity, Accountability, Best Practices, Compassion and Synergy. The employee shall support Orange Coast Medical Center’s strategic plan and participate in and advocate performance improvement/patient safety activities. The Anesthesia Technician II is responsible for providing assistance to the Anesthesiologists in a safe, appropriate and effective manner under the direct supervision of an Anesthesiologist. Additional responsibilities includes but not limited to: assembly, set-up and troubleshooting of all anesthesia equipment including anesthesia machines and ventilators, stocking of anesthesia machines and carts with supplies needed for patient care. Provides assistance for routine and emergency services, to Anesthesiologists and licensed personnel, while working within the scope of practice. Maintains clinical equipment in the Anesthesia Department in working order, trouble shoots and communicates with service coordinators, bio-med, vendors and Anesthesiologists, regarding repairs and supplies. Provides In-servicing of the OR staff in the use of clinical equipment and status of equipment as necessary.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of acute care experience required
Current American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support Card
Current ASATT Certification required

Nice To Haves

Completion of anesthesia tech (ASATT) program preferred
Computer, internet, order entry and word processing experience preferred
Proficient in medical terminology
Current American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support Card preferred

Responsibilities

Demonstrates the ability to safely and competently assist the Anesthesiologist.
Ability to deliver safe patient care.
Demonstrates the ability to utilize effective critical thinking and prioritization skills.
Prioritizes essential functions.
Demonstrates knowledge of the clinical skills in the care and use of adjunct intubation equipment.
Contributes to an effective and safe working environment.
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of patient privacy rights. Maintains confidentiality of all medical, financial and other sensitive material in printed, electronic or verbal form, which may jeopardize the privacy of patients and or employees.
Demonstrates the ability to use the computer.
Demonstrates tact, sensitivity and composure under duress.
Demonstrates the ability to integrate knowledge of job specific competencies.
Ability to be at work and be on time.
Ability to follow company policies, procedures and directives.
Ability to interact in a positive and constructive manner.
Ability to prioritize and multitask.
Assembly, set-up and troubleshooting of all anesthesia equipment including anesthesia machines and ventilators.
Stocking of anesthesia machines and carts with supplies needed for patient care.
Provides assistance for routine and emergency services, to Anesthesiologists and licensed personnel, while working within the scope of practice.
Maintains clinical equipment in the Anesthesia Department in working order, trouble shoots and communicates with service coordinators, bio-med, vendors and Anesthesiologists, regarding repairs and supplies.
Provides In-servicing of the OR staff in the use of clinical equipment and status of equipment as necessary.