Coordinator, Anesthesia Service

Emory Healthcare•Decatur, GA

20d•$31 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

The Coordinator, Anesthesia Service oversees the day-to-day operations of the Anesthesia Instrumentation/Monitoring Laboratory. The position develops and implements departmental policies and procedures, supervises and trains staff, monitors workflow and quality standards, coordinates staffing for off-site clinical locations, and handles performance evaluations and human resources matters. The coordinator also oversees purchasing and equipment evaluation, troubleshoots defective equipment, supports budget preparation and reconciliation, and maintains infection control and safety standards. The role provides clinical instruction in laboratory instrumentation and patient monitoring systems, coordinates training on laboratory procedures and operating room instrumentation, monitoring, and safety for anesthesia, and supports less-experienced staff. The coordinator also analyzes patient specimens and reports blood gas, electrolyte, and glucose results, and performs other related duties as required. Work location is Decatur, Georgia, with a shift of 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Anesthesia Instrumentation/Monitoring Laboratory.
Develop and implement departmental policies and procedures and communicate them to staff.
Supervise staff by providing leadership, guidance, and training.
Monitor and direct workflow by reviewing staff work, maintaining efficiency and timely services, and ensuring compliance with quality control standards; take corrective action when needed.
Coordinate staffing needs and work schedules for off-site clinical locations.
Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback.
Resolve human resources issues and interview and hire staff.
Propose and analyze statistical data for proficiency testing, PEER group reviews, CAP surveys, and quality assurance programs.
Oversee purchases of expendable laboratory and monitoring supplies.
Recommend capital equipment purchases based on operational needs and product evaluations.
Meet with vendors, obtain product information, and test and evaluate new equipment before purchase or purchase recommendations.
Troubleshoot defective equipment and coordinate repairs with appropriate personnel.
Analyze and research budgets, identify errors or omissions, balance account records, and reconcile discrepancies.
Prepare and submit laboratory and equipment supply budget proposals based on prior expenses.
Observe sterile technique and infection control policies and comply with JCAHO, organizational, and other safety mandates.
Provide clinical instruction in laboratory instrumentation and patient monitoring systems.
Coordinate instruction in laboratory procedures and operating room instrumentation, monitoring, and safety for anesthesia.
Identify learning needs and training, education, or development resources to support ongoing staff training.
Provide expertise and support to less-experienced staff members.
Analyze patient specimens and report blood gas, electrolyte, and glucose results.
Perform other related duties as required.