Anesthesia Technician- Waukesha Memorial Hospital- 1.0 FTE

ProHealth Care, Inc•Waukesha, WI

23h•Onsite

About The Position

In the Operating Room, the Anesthesia Tech assists the RN and/or physician as an integral team member in the full spectrum of procedures requiring anesthesia intervention. The Operating Room at Waukesha Memorial Hospital is a high-volume environment, averaging 8,500 procedures annually, including complex cases across various surgical specialties and da Vinci Robotic procedures. The facility features a newly built Hybrid OR and a fully integrated Minimally Invasive Robotic room.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association or ability to obtain upon hire

Nice To Haves

Completion of a program for anesthesia tech, surgical tech or previous anesthesia tech or EMT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains cleanliness, readiness, organization, and stock levels in the anesthesia work room, all anesthesia workstations, and OR's, which includes restocking of anesthesia Med carts.
Prepares and assembles equipment necessary for invasive procedures, and assists Anesthesiologist as needed.
Activates anesthesia machines daily, completing leak tests, able to calibrate oximeter on anesthesia machines.
Demonstrates Knowledge of emergency situations and difficult airway equipment.
Collaborates with multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive patient care in a cost effective environment.
Has working knowledge of anesthesia agents, reversal agents, analgesics, and anti-emetics.