ANESTHESIA TECHNICIAN, FH - ANESTHESIA

Froedtert • Milwaukee, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Anesthesia Technician assists with direct patient care activities, supporting the Anesthesia Providers during delivery of anesthesia. Working in the operating/procedural room providing support to the anesthesiologist during patient intubation. Also accountable for performing blood analysis, ensures anesthesia equipment is set-up and functioning properly. Assists with basic patient care procedures per the direction of the anesthesiologist/CRNA/CAA.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 year direct patient related care experience is required or completion of 2 years as an Anesthesia aide along with 1 year of Anesthesia tech progression training. Or is functioning as anesthesia tech at another institution, graduated from an anesthesia tech program, holds certification as anesthesia tech.
• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent is required within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and use complex thought processes in decision making.
• Ability to effectively utilize verbal and written communication.
• Flexibility to adapt to urgent situations and change.
• Ability to cope with pressure.
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with various personnel.
• Ability to organize, prioritize tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree from an accredited allied health field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with direct patient care activities
• Supports the Anesthesia Providers during delivery of anesthesia
• Works in the operating/procedural room providing support to the anesthesiologist during patient intubation
• Performs blood analysis
• Ensures anesthesia equipment is set-up and functioning properly
• Assists with basic patient care procedures per the direction of the anesthesiologist/CRNA/CAA

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
• Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
• Referral bonuses
• Retirement plan - 403b
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
• Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees