Anesthesia Technician- Weekend Position

The University of Kansas Health System • Kansas City, KS

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About The Position

Under the direction of the Anesthesia Technician Manager, this position is responsible for the performance of quality customer care. In this support role the Technician will assist the anesthesiologist, perfusionist and OR staff members in patient care and support as ordered and prescribed by the attending surgeon, anesthesiologist or perfusionist. Hours for this position will be Weekends Fri, Sat, Sun 7:00AM-7:30PM

Requirements

• High School Graduate or GED.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)

Nice To Haves

• Associate of Science
• 1 or more years Anesthesia Technician; or Perioperative or Procedural patient-facing clinical roles.

Responsibilities

• Performs procedures, recording, analyzing and diagnosing various physiological monitoring functions, with the variety of devices, equipment or techniques.
• Facilitates processes to maintain successful inventory levels and cost-effective practice of supply management by team members; including supportive strategies for cost-containment
• Demonstrates abilities and competencies in performing procedures, recording, analyzing and diagnosing various physiological monitoring functions, with the following devices, equipment or techniques: Invasive monitoring devices; calibrate and troubleshoot Arterial line setup PA catheters setup and assist Cardiac Output monitors setup and assist ECG, attach and troubleshoot POC testing Autologous Blood Recovery System Directional Doppler Other equipment relevant to position
• Maintain Procedural Database
• Follow Infection Control Guidelines for maintaining, clean and use of non-disposable equipment and maintain timely changes of indwelling catheters and lines.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

What This Job Offers

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