Anesthesia Technologist

Luminis Health • Lanham, MD

6d • $30 - $50

About The Position

The Anesthesia Technologist reports to the Anesthesia Team Coordinator and Team Lead under the supervision of the unit Clinical Director. The role independently maintains and organizes the anesthesia workspace, equipment, and supplies. Under supervision, the technologist assists anesthesia providers in multiple hospital locations with preparation and performance of a variety of anesthesia functions.

The position requires preparing and checking anesthesia machines, maintaining equipment and supplies, supporting anesthesia induction and emergence, assisting with invasive procedures, and anticipating equipment and supply needs, including during emergencies. The technologist follows applicable patient and personal safety, infection control, fire safety, and hazard-related procedures and standards, and supports safe patient care within their scope of practice and a positive, professional work environment.

The role requires an associate degree or equivalent, successful completion of an accredited Anesthesia Technician Program, and two years of experience as an Anesthesia Technologist. American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS and ASATT certification are required; ACLS is required within six months of hire. Cardiac OR experience is highly preferred. The position involves a reasonable expectation of exposure to blood-borne pathogens and medium physical work, including exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally, up to 30 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. The stated pay range is $30–$50 USD.

Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent.
• Successful completion of an accredited Anesthesia Technician Program.
• Two years of experience as an Anesthesia Technologist.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS.
• ACLS required within six months of hire.
• Certification by the American Association of Anesthesia Technicians and Technologists (ASATT).
• Ability to perform medium work: exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
• Reasonable expectation of exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

Nice To Haves

• Cardiac OR experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare anesthesia machines for use by performing daily quality checks and ensuring optimal function.
• Troubleshoot and maintain anesthesia equipment systems using detailed technical knowledge.
• Set up anesthesia machines and maintain anesthesia equipment, instruments, and supplies before, during, and after procedures according to par levels.
• At the provider’s request, place non-invasive monitors, including a blood pressure cuff, ECG leads, and pulse oximeter, and support and anticipate needs during anesthesia induction and emergence.
• Under supervision, assist with sterile and aseptic preparation for placement of invasive lines or devices; afterward, clean and dispose of used items appropriately or prepare items for processing according to standard operating room procedure.
• Maintain sterility during invasive procedures using aseptic technique.
• Anticipate invasive monitoring needs by ensuring appropriate equipment is in the operating room before a procedure or upon request of an anesthesia provider.
• Anticipate and provide supplies and equipment needed for emergent situations and specific patient populations, including pediatric and geriatric patients, difficult airway, cardiac arrest, fire, malignant hyperthermia, and blood administration.
• Follow patient and personal safety procedures, policies, and national standards related to infection control, fire safety, and electrical or chemical hazards.
• Support safe patient care within the scope of practice and contribute to a positive, professional work environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plan, with employer match for employees who work more than 1,000 hours in a calendar year.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition assistance benefits.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Paid holidays, disability, and life/AD&D coverage for full-time employees.
• Wellness programs.
• Employee assistance programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree