Anesthesia Technician Lead

St. Joseph Hospital & Medical Center•Phoenix, AZ

7d•$28 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

The Anesthesia Technician Lead provides critical support for the safe and efficient administration of anesthesia, assisting providers with equipment and supplies for a range of surgical and non-surgical cases. The role prepares and maintains anesthesia equipment, supplies, and medications before, during, and after cases. It also includes performing complex procedures under direction, such as setting up and assisting with line placement, intubation, and extubation; managing supply inventory; completing room turnover; and assisting with patient positioning and transport. The successful candidate has a thorough understanding of anesthesia equipment and sterile techniques, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced environment. The position is at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona, a 571-bed nonprofit hospital. The hospital includes Barrow Neurological Institute, Norton Thoracic Institute, and a Level I Trauma Center.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) – CPR.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.
A minimum of five years of anesthesia technician or airway management experience.

Responsibilities

Calibrate and troubleshoot anesthesia equipment.
Clean and maintain anesthesia equipment.
Use proper care when handling equipment.
Assist with line insertion and intubation.
Operate specialty-area equipment, including cell saver, IABP, and Platelet Gel.
Retrieve necessary equipment and supplies.
Prepare and maintain anesthesia equipment, supplies, and medications before, during, and after cases.
Set up and assist with line placement, intubation, and extubation under direction.
Manage supply inventory and room turnover.
Assist with patient positioning and transport.