Anesthesia Technician II

Children's National Hospital

10d • $25 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

The Anesthesia Technician II assists anesthesia providers in delivering safe, organized care to pediatric surgical patients. The technician prepares equipment and work areas throughout the hospital for procedures requiring anesthesia and sets up, operates, maintains, and troubleshoots monitoring and anesthesia equipment for complex cases, including cardiac and trauma cases. The position maintains equipment and supplies in anesthetizing locations and stocks anesthesia carts at the point of care.

As a member of the Perioperative Surgical Team, and under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse and/or anesthesiologist, the technician supports anesthesiologists, anesthesia assistants, and anesthesia trainees in locations where anesthesia is provided. The role may also include patient transport and environmental service support as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years of experience as an Anesthesia Technician.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers.
• Human relations and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language used in the workplace.
• Ability to collaborate with the anesthesia team in developing a plan of care for each patient.
• Ability to assist with anesthesia equipment and supply setup and verify that equipment is functioning before use.
• Knowledge of sterilization-process verification, sterile-package integrity, and appropriate supply opening.
• Ability to serve as a clinical resource in supporting and developing peers.
• Competency as an Anesthesia Technician.
• Knowledge of anesthesia equipment, monitoring devices, airway equipment, and related troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of aseptic technique, infection control, equipment disinfection, and safety practices.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an approved Anesthesia Technician curriculum or the CNH Anesthesia Technician curriculum.
• At least 1 year of pediatric, trauma, and cardiac experience.
• ASATT certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms and off-site locations for procedures, including setting up and calibrating monitoring devices, airway equipment, and IV fluids.
• Consult the operating room schedule and anesthesia team to determine equipment needs for procedures, and troubleshoot equipment as needed.
• Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot anesthesia machines, monitoring equipment, and other anesthesia equipment, including equipment for complex cardiac and trauma cases.
• Assist the anesthesiologist with establishing and monitoring patient care, intubation, extubation, arterial cannulation, and setup of Hotlines and humidified circuits.
• Assemble, clean, stock, and maintain anesthesia equipment and supplies in assigned locations before and after procedures.
• Maintain anesthesia workrooms and workstations, ensuring appropriate stock of disposable and durable medical equipment.
• Track specialized equipment, such as ultrasound machines, and return it to a central location after use.
• Monitor and document anesthesia equipment safety, quality control, preventative maintenance, cleanliness, and infection-control readiness.
• Clean and disinfect anesthesia machines, cables, carts, blood warmers, heating blankets, IV poles, laryngoscope equipment, and other equipment according to applicable protocols.
• Replace soda absorber granules as scheduled or when needed, and inspect designated room equipment daily for proper function and availability.
• Document malfunctioning equipment and seek repair, consulting biomedical services as needed.
• Demonstrate aseptic technique and follow infection-control, OSHA, laboratory, specimen-handling, and blood-product protocols.
• Handle sharps safely and check medication expiration dates, returning expired medication to the pharmacy.
• Assist with patient transport to the operating room, emergency situations, and between-case preparation.
• Promote safety for patients, families, visitors, and coworkers, and speak up about unsafe behavior or performance.
• Communicate clearly and promptly, report patient or family concerns to the charge nurse, and seek guidance when faced with unfamiliar situations.
• Use supplies cost-effectively, maintain professional accountability, and comply with departmental policies and procedures.
• Attend required meetings, in-services, and training; identify learning needs and complete and document mandatory education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.
• Paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.
• 401(k) plan.
• Healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.
• Tuition assistance.
• Fitness resources.
• Employee assistance.
• Commuter benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED