Anesthesia Technician

The University of Kansas Health System•Kansas City, KS

24d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Anesthesia Technician Manager, the Anesthesia Technician is responsible for providing quality customer care. In this support role, the technician assists the anesthesiologist, perfusionist, and operating room staff with patient care and support as ordered and prescribed by the attending surgeon, anesthesiologist, or perfusionist. The position is based at Bell Hospital and is scheduled for 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, working four 10-hour days. The technician supports anesthesia services and physiological monitoring, manages and troubleshoots equipment, and helps maintain appropriate inventory and cost-effective supply practices. The role also includes following infection-control guidelines and maintaining non-disposable equipment, catheters, and lines. Duties may vary by department or unit, and other duties may be assigned as required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).

Nice To Haves

Associate of Science degree.
One or more years of experience as an Anesthesia Technician or in perioperative or procedural patient-facing clinical roles.

Responsibilities

Perform procedures and record, analyze, and diagnose physiological monitoring functions using a variety of devices, equipment, or techniques.
Facilitate processes that maintain successful inventory levels and cost-effective supply management, including cost-containment strategies.
Set up, calibrate, and troubleshoot invasive monitoring devices and arterial lines.
Set up and assist with PA catheters and cardiac output monitors.
Attach and troubleshoot ECG equipment and point-of-care testing.
Use autologous blood recovery systems and directional Doppler equipment.
Follow infection-control guidelines for maintaining, cleaning, and using non-disposable equipment; ensure timely changes of indwelling catheters and lines.
Assist the anesthesia provider in the safe performance of anesthesia services.
Perform first-pass troubleshooting of anesthesia equipment and manage other related equipment as needed.
Perform the professional, clinical, or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.