Anesthesia Technician

Monument Health•Rapid City, SD

6d•Onsite

About The Position

As an Anesthesia Technician at Monument Health, you will help meet the needs of anesthesia personnel by managing supplies, preparing and maintaining equipment, and supporting safe, efficient, and cost-effective anesthesia care. The role calls for problem-solving, decision-making, and prioritization to handle unanticipated events and crisis situations. You will prepare and assist anesthesiologists and anesthetists according to surgical procedure needs, and help ensure patients, equipment, and exam rooms are ready. The position is based at Monument Health Rapid City Hospital in Rapid City, South Dakota, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent in General Studies.
Ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.
Ability to perform medium work: exert up to 10 pounds constantly, up to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 50 pounds occasionally or seldomly to move objects.
Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain a computer inventory of cart supplies.
Clean and/or replace anesthesia supplies and equipment between surgical cases according to infection-control policies; stock carts within the designated time frame and document cleaning in a log.
Keep lockable anesthesia carts stocked with appropriate supplies and non-controlled medications.
Know the appropriate sources for obtaining equipment service when needed.
Prepare and assist anesthesiologists and anesthetists according to surgical procedure demands.
Ensure equipment is available and in proper working condition.
Handle unanticipated events and crisis situations professionally; identify potential problems and notify appropriate individuals.
Prepare the blood warmer according to protocol.
Assist with daily equipment setup and teardown, and perform preventative-maintenance drills and practice.
Observe safety standards and use protective equipment when required.
Demonstrate understanding of equipment and competence in operating it.
Anticipate provider needs by preparing the patient, equipment, and exam room for the appropriate exam.
Keep patient-care areas stocked with appropriate supplies and volumes of supplies.
Perform other duties as assigned.