JOB SUMMARY

The Anesthesia Technician 1, under general supervision, sets up equipment, instruments, drugs and supplies for anesthesia procedures. Cleans anesthesia equipment and work area. Stocks anesthesia supplies in Operating Rooms, and satellite anesthesia areas such as GI Lab and Radiology.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

• Arranges drugs and basic sterile set-up of instrument table with supplies required for anesthesia procedures in Operating Rooms and satellite anesthesia areas.
• Ensures anesthesia cart and supply cabinets contain adequate supplies for procedures.
• Cleans tables, equipment, and work area in Operating Rooms on completion of each case as assigned.
• Answers intercom to respond to requests for supplies and drugs from Nurse Anesthetists, Anesthesiologist, and Surgical Teams, and retrieves supplies and drugs from Pharmacist and other supply areas and delivers to Operating Rooms.
• Washes, dries, and prepares for sterilization all non-disposable anesthesia equipment such as laryngoscope, blades, oxygen masks, and humidifiers.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

• Basic knowledge of anesthesiology standards and practices, modalities, therapies, terminology, medications and equipment.
• Skill in preparing operating room for required purposes.
• Ability to react calmly in emergency situations.
• Ability to clean and perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Must be able to communicate thoughts clearly; both through speech and in writing.
• Relational skills required to interact effectively with patients and staff.
• Must be able to read, write and follow instructions and flow chart protocols.
• Basic computer skills, including but not limited to: data entry, information security, electronic medical documentation, hand held scanning and email.

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
  • Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days.