Anesthesia Technologist 2

University of Rochester•City of Rochester, NY

3d•$20 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Responsibilities: Performs a variety of technical assignments for the Department of Anesthesiology, exercising a high degree of skill, judgment and knowledge of the terminology, common procedures and practices of the assigned area. Performs set-up of medications and supplies in both the work room and mobile carts, and anesthesia equipment set-up and trouble shooting. Position has occasional patient contact. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Assists anesthesia providers, including preparation of anesthesia equipment prior to the patient’s arrival, placement of equipment in the operating rooms, ensuring cleanliness of anesthesia equipment, setting up cart and machine with supplies and medications based on case variables such as patient age, case type and case length, between cases and at the end of the day in each operating room, work room and supply cart. Ensures availability of specialized anesthesia supplies required for cases in designated operating rooms. Maintains and performs moderate to advanced set ups, calibrations, operations and troubleshooting of all anesthesia equipment according to the instructions of the equipment and department protocols. Checks and replaces anesthesia gas tanks as needed. Performs machine and circuit leak checks on all types of anesthesia machines in the organization. Participates in the Cell Saver, Trauma and, Liver Transplant programs, including on-call procedures. Operates rapid infusion devices in Trauma and Transplant cases, as needed. Performs set-up and support of ectopic procedures for anesthesia care, ensuring proper equipment is in place for out-of-OR procedures. Functions as a resource and support person for Anesthesiology providers. Assists with sterile procedures, including central line placement, Swan-Ganz placements, and blood transfusions. Assists during DART calls and any other difficult airway requiring equipment setup and auxiliary assistance to a provider. Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Associate's degree which included technical training closely related to this position and 1 year experience as an Anesthesia Technologist and able to successfully complete all competencies to be an Anesthesia Technologist II required Or equivalent combination of education and experience The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law. Notice: If you are a Current Employee, please log into myURHR to search for and apply to jobs using the Jobs Hub. Your application, if submitted using this portal, cannot be moved forward. Learn. Discover. Heal. Create. Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.

Requirements

Associate's degree which included technical training closely related to this position and 1 year experience as an Anesthesia Technologist and able to successfully complete all competencies to be an Anesthesia Technologist II required
Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

Assists anesthesia providers, including preparation of anesthesia equipment prior to the patient’s arrival
Placement of equipment in the operating rooms
Ensuring cleanliness of anesthesia equipment
Setting up cart and machine with supplies and medications based on case variables such as patient age, case type and case length, between cases and at the end of the day in each operating room, work room and supply cart
Ensures availability of specialized anesthesia supplies required for cases in designated operating rooms
Maintains and performs moderate to advanced set ups, calibrations, operations and troubleshooting of all anesthesia equipment according to the instructions of the equipment and department protocols
Checks and replaces anesthesia gas tanks as needed
Performs machine and circuit leak checks on all types of anesthesia machines in the organization
Participates in the Cell Saver, Trauma and, Liver Transplant programs, including on-call procedures
Operates rapid infusion devices in Trauma and Transplant cases, as needed
Performs set-up and support of ectopic procedures for anesthesia care, ensuring proper equipment is in place for out-of-OR procedures
Functions as a resource and support person for Anesthesiology providers
Assists with sterile procedures, including central line placement, Swan-Ganz placements, and blood transfusions
Assists during DART calls and any other difficult airway requiring equipment setup and auxiliary assistance to a provider
Other duties as assigned