Anesthesia Technician
About The Position
The primary role of the Anesthesia Technician is to assist the Anesthesiologist as well as the CRNA. Works under direct supervision of licensed anesthesia provider and/or Registered Nurse (RN). Indirect supervision by Director of Surgical Services or designee. The Anesthesia Technician is a trained individual that has knowledge of the supplies, medications and equipment needed to provide anesthesia to surgical patients. This individual proactively ensures maintaining proper stock levels of anesthesia supplies, ensure cards are stocked for immediate use for operative procedures, cleaning and storage of equipment (before, during and after anesthesia), & troubleshooting and ensuring equipment operation and maintenance. Scope of service may include: Support anesthesiologists, CRNA's, nurses and other members of OR team. Clean, sterilize, test, calibrate and troubleshoot anesthesia equipment, as well as keeping records of equipment inspections. Demonstrates Clinical and service excellence behaviors in daily interactions with patients, families, co-workers and physicians
Requirements
- High School diploma, required
- One year of healthcare experience
- BLS
Nice To Haves
- Graduate of Associate Degree Program, preferred
- One year of operating room experience is preferred
- Certification from the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians, preferred
- Valid driver's license when driving for work related reasons
Responsibilities
- Maintaining proper stock levels of anesthesia supplies
- Ensuring cards are stocked for immediate use for operative procedures
- Cleaning and storage of equipment (before, during and after anesthesia)
- Troubleshooting and ensuring equipment operation and maintenance
- Support anesthesiologists, CRNA's, nurses and other members of OR team
- Clean, sterilize, test, calibrate and troubleshoot anesthesia equipment
- Keeping records of equipment inspections
- Demonstrates Clinical and service excellence behaviors in daily interactions with patients, families, co-workers and physicians
Benefits
- Excellent nurse to patient ratios
- Culture of teamwork, compassion, and opportunity for professional growth
- Family friendly community
- Good work/home life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
