Senior Anesthesia Technician

University of Maryland Medical System • Baltimore, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Supports anesthesiologists, anesthesia residents and CRNA’s (Anesthesia Care Team) by the preparation and set up of appropriate equipment and supplies for each surgical case in the Operating rooms (OR’s) and satellite areas. Fulfillment of the job duties requires the employee to have access to medication storage areas.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• CPR certification is required.
• Demonstrates detailed technical knowledge and troubleshooting ability for anesthesia delivery system (anesthesia machines) and monitoring equipment.
• Cleans anesthesia machines, monitors and equipment following infection control procedures.
• Maintains equipment inventory to track repairs, loaners and demos.
• Knowledge of the location of the material safety data sheets (MSDS) on hazardous materials.
• Knowledgeable of The Joint Commission (TJC) accreditation policies and procedures, sentinel events, environment of care and other TJC mandates directly related to anesthesia and patient safety.
• Demonstrates ability to perform to quality control on equipment. (ie Glucometer)
• Demonstrates principles of aseptic technique when setting up and handling items on a sterile field.
• Maintains integrity of the sterile field.
• Ensure patients and patient specimens are correctly identified, patient and personal safety procedures are adhered (e.g. infection control, fire safety, electric and chemical hazards identified), and emergency situations are immediately and competently responded to (e.g. cardiac arrest, difficult airway, malignant hyperthermia etc).
• Ability to provide POC and iStat labs as directed by the Anesthesia provider(s).
• Ability to use Hemobank to obtain blood products for Anesthesia Provider.
• Utilizes cisco phones for business calls only. All incoming calls are answered professionally in a timely and courteous fashion. Cisco phones will be maintained on campus at all times.

Nice To Haves

• Six months clinical healthcare experience (PCT, CNA, MA, EMT, etc.) or equivalent preferred.
• Training for Cell Saving and RIS required during first year of employment

Responsibilities

• Maintains and organizes the anesthesia environment, equipment, supplies and personnel to facilitate department functions.
• Provides perioperative technical support to Anesthesia Care Team for delivery of safe patient care.
• Assists Anesthesia Care Team in set-up of Operating Room.
• Attends shift reports on time; consistently communicates clear sign out reports to the oncoming shift.
• Contributes to a positive working environment conducive to the development of self and others; cross-trains in other areas, assists other colleagues as directed by supervisor and/or when required, provides training and orientation to staff and new personnel.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED