Anesthesia Technician - University Hospital (Friday - Monday, 8:30p-7:00a)

The Ohio State University

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Anesthesia Technician works under the supervision of the Manager, Anesthesia Services and performs a variety of anesthesia equipment and supply related tasks. Provides diagnostic and treatment services during regular recurring critical care situations: set up, check, inspect, maintain and calibrate a variety of anesthesia equipment. Performs various anesthesia specialized treatment procedures that will significantly affect the accuracy and reliability of further processes associated with the anesthetic course of the patient. The team reflects a culture of cooperation, enthusiasm, and mutual respect. The team consisting of registered nurses, surgical technologist, anesthesiologist, CRNAs, and surgeon provides patient care and supportive services that are directed toward achievement of patient care outcomes, improving service levels, reducing length of hospitalization and decreasing costs. Additionally, the Anesthesia Technician is responsible for coordinating Anesthesia and Auto transfusion services, including technical and logistical support to the physicians and hospital staff for surgical procedures. The Anesthesia Technician will follow all standards regarding safety of all patients, staff and self. In addition, all work areas are to be stocked according to levels, clean and organized. The Anesthesia Technician is also responsible for demonstrating a positive, collaborative attitude, and being respectful to all patients, family and staff.

Requirements

High school graduate or possess a G.E.D.
3 months patient care experience or equivalent
3 months experience working with medical equipment or equivalent

Nice To Haves

A Certified Anesthesia Technician (Cert. A.T.) is preferred but not required with equivalent combination of education and experience of 2-3 years.
Experience in anesthesia equipment management preferred.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals preferred.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence preferred.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals preferred.

Responsibilities

Set up, check, inspect, maintain and calibrate a variety of anesthesia equipment
Perform anesthesia specialized treatment procedures
Coordinate Anesthesia and Auto transfusion services
Provide technical and logistical support to the physicians and hospital staff for surgical procedures
Follow all standards regarding safety of all patients, staff and self
Ensure all work areas are stocked according to levels, clean and organized
Demonstrate a positive, collaborative attitude, and being respectful to all patients, family and staff.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

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