Anesthesia Technician - Surgery (Days)

Licking Memorial Health Systems • Newark, OH

7d

About The Position

According to established policies and procedures, the Hemodynamic Technician in
Surgery is responsible for troubleshooting anesthesia equipment, setting up
A-lines, assisting with pre-procedure blocks and scrubbing in to assist with
procedures. This position will offer appropriate training. This position will
participate in a call rotation to include evenings, holidays and weekends. On
call hours are based on departmental needs. This position reports to the
director of surgical services for the totality of work performance.

Requirements

• Minimum requirement, high school diploma or GED
• Maintain CPR certification (HCP)
• Basic technical skills to provide equipment troubleshooting support within Anesthesia
• Ability to lift, push, pull or carry an average of more than one hundred (100) pounds consistently throughout the shift
• Ability to respond to call within 30 minutes
• LMH is accredited by DNV and TJC, and as such, may require specific annual education related to specialty certifications and standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot anesthesia equipment
• Provide proper surgery positioning of patient
• Scrub in to assist with procedures on call and on weekends
• Assist with setting up A-lines and pre-procedure blocks
• Assist with the induction of children
• Properly clean rooms
• Order and stock supplies
• Transporting patients to and from the inpatient unit
• Effectively interact with hospital staff, offices, patients, families and guests

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED