Anesthesia Technician

FroedtertSouth • Pleasant Prairie, WI

22d

About The Position

POSITION PURPOSE Consults operating room schedule to determine equipment needs for special procedures and prepares operating room accordingly. Maintains, calibrates, and troubleshoots anesthesia department equipment according to instructions and protocols of equipment manuals. Cleans and disinfects anesthesia equipment after use.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in: Anesthesiology Technology, Surgical Technology, or equivalent work experience.
• Entry Level
• Current BLS and/or CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to read, write, speak, hear and comprehend the English language.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Anesthesia Tech experience in an acute care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care via support to anesthesiologist and surgical team, including Basic Life Support.
• Physical, technical, and cognitive ability to operate anesthesia and health care equipment.
• Multifaceted communication under a variety of emotional situations.
• Cleaning and stocking of anesthesia carts and machines.
• Maintaining and preparing anesthesia-related equipment for use in surgical and procedural areas.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees