Coordinator, Anesthesia Service

Emory•Decatur, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Oversees the day-to-day operations of the Anesthesia Instrumentation/Monitoring Laboratory. Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and communicates them to staff members to ensure their understanding and compliance. Supervises staff members by providing leadership, guidance and training. Monitors and directs workflow by observing and reviewing work produced by staff to maintain efficiency and timely services; determines compliance with quality control standards and takes corrective action to ensure that these standards are met. Coordinates staffing needs for off-site clinical locations and makes the necessary arrangements for work scheduling. Conducts performance evaluations and provides feedback on an on-going basis to ensure efficient operations. Resolves Human Resource-related issues, interviews and hires staff. Proposes and analyzes statistical data for proficiency testing, PEER group reviews, CAP surveys, and QA programs. Oversees the purchase of expendable laboratory and monitoring supplies. Makes recommendations for the purchase of capital equipment on the basis of operational need and product evaluations. Meets with vendors to learn about products and services; obtains product information used in making purchase recommendations. Tests and evaluates new equipment prior to purchase and/or purchase recommendation. Troubleshoots all defective equipment and coordinates repairs with appropriate personnel. Assists in analyzing and researching budget(s) to locate errors and/or omissions, balance accounts records, and reconcile discrepancies. Prepares and submits laboratory and equipment supply budget proposal based on prior expenses. Observes the principles of sterile technique and other infection control policies and standards to maintain a healthy work environment. Takes the necessary precautions in keeping with JCAHO, organizational and other safety mandates. Performs as clinical instructor in laboratory instrumentation and patient monitoring systems. Coordinates instruction of laboratory procedures and operating room instrumentation, monitoring and safety for anesthesia. Identifies learning needs and potential training, education, or developmental resources to provide continuous, on-going staff training. Provides information and support in area of expertise to less experienced staff members. Analyzes patient specimens and reports results of blood gases, electrolytes, and glucose. Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in General Sciences/Technology or a related field and one year pertinent experience in anesthesia or peri-operative area OR five years year pertinent experience in anesthesia or peri-operative area.
Must have one year experience in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

Oversees the day-to-day operations of the Anesthesia Instrumentation/Monitoring Laboratory.
Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and communicates them to staff members to ensure their understanding and compliance.
Supervises staff members by providing leadership, guidance and training.
Monitors and directs workflow by observing and reviewing work produced by staff to maintain efficiency and timely services; determines compliance with quality control standards and takes corrective action to ensure that these standards are met.
Coordinates staffing needs for off-site clinical locations and makes the necessary arrangements for work scheduling.
Conducts performance evaluations and provides feedback on an on-going basis to ensure efficient operations.
Resolves Human Resource-related issues, interviews and hires staff.
Proposes and analyzes statistical data for proficiency testing, PEER group reviews, CAP surveys, and QA programs.
Oversees the purchase of expendable laboratory and monitoring supplies.
Makes recommendations for the purchase of capital equipment on the basis of operational need and product evaluations.
Meets with vendors to learn about products and services; obtains product information used in making purchase recommendations.
Tests and evaluates new equipment prior to purchase and/or purchase recommendation.
Troubleshoots all defective equipment and coordinates repairs with appropriate personnel.
Assists in analyzing and researching budget(s) to locate errors and/or omissions, balance accounts records, and reconcile discrepancies.
Prepares and submits laboratory and equipment supply budget proposal based on prior expenses.
Observes the principles of sterile technique and other infection control policies and standards to maintain a healthy work environment.
Takes the necessary precautions in keeping with JCAHO, organizational and other safety mandates.
Performs as clinical instructor in laboratory instrumentation and patient monitoring systems.
Coordinates instruction of laboratory procedures and operating room instrumentation, monitoring and safety for anesthesia.
Identifies learning needs and potential training, education, or developmental resources to provide continuous, on-going staff training.
Provides information and support in area of expertise to less experienced staff members.
Analyzes patient specimens and reports results of blood gases, electrolytes, and glucose.
Performs other related duties as required.