Anesthesia Technician II

Sutter Health•Fremont, CA

2d•$47 - $66

About The Position

Responsible for setting up and calibrating anesthesia equipment and supplies for operations and procedures. Supports department functionality by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup. Follows applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and support optimal patient care. The position requires completion of an Anesthesia Technician Course or equivalent experience, and BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification. Typical experience is one year of recent relevant experience. The role calls for general knowledge of anesthesia-related tools, procedures, and equipment; an understanding of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology; and the ability to interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, and schedule-based instructions. It also involves maintaining anesthesia equipment, including ventilators, intubation scopes, laryngoscopes, and physiologic monitors. This is a regular, full-time, non-exempt position with varied shifts, eight-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, and no weekend requirements. The stated pay range is $46.90 to $65.66 per hour. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Completion of an Anesthesia Technician Course; equivalent experience may be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification.
One year of recent relevant experience.
General knowledge of anesthesia-related tools, procedures, views, and equipment.
Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Ability to interpret instructions and data presented in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Well-developed time-management and organizational skills, including prioritizing assignments and meeting deadlines.
General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including handling multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

Responsibilities

Set up and calibrate anesthesia equipment and supplies needed for operations and procedures.
Distribute supplies and perform equipment maintenance, testing, and setup to support department functionality.
Maintain anesthesia equipment, including ventilators, intubation scopes, laryngoscopes, and physiologic monitors.
Follow applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety.
Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to meet objectives and deadlines.
Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.
Use technical competence and patient interaction skills to gain the confidence and cooperation of patients, their families or support groups, and healthcare providers.