Certified Anesthesia Technician, Cer.A.T. – VUMC - $10k Signing Bonus & Relocation

Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Nashville, TN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is seeking a Certified Anesthesia Technician (Cer.A.T.) to operate institutional Point of Care Testing monitors, cell salvaging systems, and Rapid Infusion Systems during critical procedures. This role offers opportunities for hands-on experience, professional growth, and a clear path to management within the Department of Anesthesiology, which embraces an anesthesia care team approach. VUMC is a leading academic health system committed to advancing health and wellness through patient care, education, and research, fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a significant impact.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (or equivalent experience)
• 2 years of applicable experience
• Active certification as a Certified Anesthesia Technician
• Certified Anesthesia Technician (Cer.A.T.) - American Society of Anesthesia Technicians/Technologists (ASATT)
• Relevant Work Experience
• 2 years experience

Nice To Haves

• Anesthesiology/Anesthesia Technical Support (Novice)
• Procedures Knowledge (Novice)
• Equipment Maintenance (Novice)
• Medical Terminology & Documentation (Novice)

Responsibilities

• Operates the institutional Point of Care Testing monitors.
• Operates the institution's cell salvaging systems.
• Operates the Rapid Infusion Systems during trauma and liver transplant procedures, or procedures in which the massive transfusion protocol is initiated with minimal guidance.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge in the use and operation of point of care instrumentation and documentation.
• Recognizes a difficult airway, anticipates and provides necessary supplies and equipment.
• Prepares and operates Rapid Infusion System for processing delivery of blood products during surgical procedures and trauma.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge in the use and operation of cell salvage equipment.
• Possesses an understanding of pharmacology, anatomy and physiology as it applies to anesthesia care.
• Participates in providing multi-disciplinary support services that may include but not be limited to liver transplant services, pain management services, autotransfusion services.
• Performs non-routine tasks that significantly impact team's performance with minimal guidance.
• Conducts research and analysis to solve some non-routine problems.
• Provides informal guidance and support to less experienced team members.
• Develops Self and Others: Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities.
• Builds and Maintains Relationships: Seeks to understand colleagues' priorities, working styles and develops relationships across areas.
• Communicates Effectively: Openly shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner.
• Serves Others with Compassion: Invests time to understand the problems, needs of others and how to provide excellent service.
• Solves Complex Problems: Seeks to understand issues, solves routine problems, and raises proper concerns in a timely manner.
• Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Listens carefully to understand the issues and provides accurate information and support.
• Performs Excellent Work: Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards.
• Ensures Continuous Improvement: Shows eagerness to learn new knowledge, technologies, tools or systems and displays willingness to go above and beyond.
• Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department.
• Demonstrates Accountability: Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work/service.
• Stewards Organizational Resources: Displays understanding of how personal actions will impact departmental resources.
• Makes Data Driven Decisions: Uses accurate information and good decision making to consistently achieve results on time and without error.
• Generates New Ideas: Willingly proposes/accepts ideas or initiatives that will impact day-to-day operations by offering suggestions to enhance them.
• Applies Technology: Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action.
• Adapts to Change: Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work.

Benefits

• $10k Signing Bonus
• Relocation Available for Qualified Candidates
• Vanderbilt pays ASATT membership dues for Certified Anesthesia Techs.
• Clear path to management: Certified Techs can be considered for lead, supervisor, and eventually management roles.
• health
• disability
• retirement
• wellness offerings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED