Anesthesia Technician - Adult Anesthesiology

OU Health•Oklahoma City, OK

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Anesthesia Technician assists anesthesiologists, nurse anesthetists, and other medical staff in administering anesthesia. The role prepares, maintains, and monitors the equipment and supplies used during anesthesia procedures. The position may be filled at Anesthesia Technologist Level 1, 2, or 3 depending on the candidate’s experience, certifications, education, and other qualifications. It is located at the University of Oklahoma Medical Center and is full-time, Monday through Friday, 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).
Certified Anesthesia Technologist (Cer.A.T.T.) credential issued by the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians, required within one year of hire.
Knowledge of anesthesia methods and procedures in the operating room as they relate to supplies and equipment.
Knowledge of basic inventory control.
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain good working relationships with coworkers and staff.

Responsibilities

Inspect anesthesia machines, equipment, and devices daily to ensure cleanliness and operational readiness.
Decontaminate anesthesia machines and sterilize equipment and devices.
Assemble anesthesia equipment and set up machines according to established protocols and age-appropriate criteria for scheduled cases.
Help procure equipment and supplies needed for safe anesthesia delivery and maintenance based on patient needs.
Order and stock anesthesia medications and supplies, and maintain records of supplies and equipment received and issued.
Review stored medications and ensure expired medications are properly discarded.
Maintain adequate levels of volatile anesthesia gases.
Properly store and distribute medical cylinders.
Provide charged transport monitors for patients and assist with safe patient transport.
Observe and report equipment malfunctions or unsafe environments to biomedical engineering.
Depending on the assigned area, transport patients, assist with difficult intubations, and provide input on process improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned.