Anesthesia Technician

Job Summary:

The Anesthesia Technician will support anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists in the delivery of anesthesia care. The technician will be responsible for preparing and maintaining anesthesia equipment and supplies, ensuring a sterile environment, and assisting in patient monitoring before, during, and after procedures.

Hours:

• .6 FTE - 24 Hours Per Week 


• Monday through Friday shifts 


• 2, 12-Hour Shifts

Essential Job Functions:

• Assemble and check all equipment and machines prior to procedures to ensure proper functioning


• Stock and prepare medications, fluids, and anesthesia-related supplies needed for procedures


• Assist anesthesiologist and nurse anesthetists during induction, spinals, maintenance, and emergent phase of anesthesia


• Ensure the maintenance of aseptic and sterile techniques when handling equipment and supplies


• Monitor equipment functionality, troubleshoot, calibrate, and maintain anesthesia equipment and report malfunctions promptly


• Decontaminate, sterilize, and properly store reusable equipment and tools after procedures


• Move anesthesia carts, machines, and monitoring equipment to different operating rooms as needed


• Track supply levels, reorder items, and rotate stock to avoid expiration


• Support staff in properly positioning patients for procedures to ensure safety and optimal access for anesthesia deliver


• Provide immediate support during code situations or anesthesia-related emergencies by preparing necessary equipment


• Assist with cleanup of the anesthesia work area and turnover of rooms between cases

• Participate in the department’s on-call rotation and respond promptly to call-ins to ensure continuous patient care and surgical support as needed

• Promptly report and document any occurrences of unusual events, safety concerns, or incidents in accordance with organization policies and procedures


• Use the organization's secure messaging platform in accordance with departmental protocols, including timely receipt and responses to communications

• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 

• Medical Terminology


• Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems


• Quality assurance and accreditation standards


• Understanding of HIPAA regulations, patient confidentiality laws and patient rights


• Awareness of pharmacological agents used in anesthesia


• Effective English communication in verbal and written format


• Quality work including attention to detail and accuracy


• Carry out customer service standards


• Basic computer proficiency


• Prioritize tasks effectively through managing workload based on urgency and importance


• Capacity to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team


• Continuously lean and improve through staying up to date on job specific trends, policies and new technologies


• Successfully demonstrate organization-wide performance review competencies

Qualifications 

• Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.


• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required


• Two-year degree from an accredited college or technical school is preferred


• BLS certification is required upon hire


• Previous experience in a hospital environment is required


• Must possess a cell phone that interfaces with the organization’s secure message system

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance


• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution


• Company paid life insurance


• Free scrubs with laundry service


• Free meals


• PTO


• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% company match


• Tuition reimbursement


• Wellness reimbursement