Certified Anesthesia Tech II I Days I FT I OR I LeBonheur

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Under the direct supervision of a licensed Anesthesia provider, the Anesthesia Technician II provides advanced anesthesia support in high-acuity surgical environments, with primary assignment to the Cardiovascular service line. This position will also provide day-to-day direction and assistance to the Anesthesia Techs. Participates in OR room turnover and performs activities as directed to ensure efficiency and safe patient care in the OR environment. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

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A Brief Overview
Under the direct supervision of a licensed Anesthesia provider, the Anesthesia Technician II provides advanced anesthesia support in high-acuity surgical environments, with primary assignment to the Cardiovascular service line. This position will also provide day-to-day direction and assistance to the Anesthesia Techs. Participates in OR room turnover and performs activities as directed to ensure efficiency and safe patient care in the OR environment. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do

• Acts as a certified level Anesthesia Tech to provide day-to-day direction and assistance for activities in Anesthesia. Monitors the work of others and acts as a department resource. Collaborates with technical staff in organizing daily workflow and patient care.
• Assists with on-the-job training, education, and in service programs to ensure a high level of technical expertise and compliance with continuing education requirements.
• Provides support to anesthesiologists and registered nurses in the preparation, care, maintenance, and availability of anesthesia supplies and equipment.
• Prepares and assembles anesthesia equipment and supplies for surgical procedures using sterile technique; performs equipment calibration and checks; sets up special equipment and supplies based on patient needs.
• Performs daily care and routine maintenance of anesthesia related equipment. Inspects for damage and repair, and reports equipment for repair and safety hazards. Verifies the performance of airway and monitoring equipment for constant readiness. Maintains a sterile field for anesthesia services. Ensures adherence to the sterile field by applying principles of aseptic techniques. Responsible for monitoring and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, compliance activities, and policies and procedures.
• Assists in the induction, maintenance, and emergence phase of anesthesia.
• Demonstrates knowledge, comprehension, and applies monitors in collaboration with anesthesia providers during patient care.
• Supports invasive line placement (arterial lines, central venous lines) including equipment preparation, sterile setup, and assisting during placement.
• Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.

Education Qualifications

• Technical Degree or Diploma Anesthesia Technology
• Post-Graduate Certificate or Diploma Completion of an ASATT advancement program for people already holding the Cer.A.T. credential
• High School Diploma or Equivalent plus completion of the Practical Experience Pathway through ASATT

Experience Qualifications

• 1-3 years Minimum of two years experience in a hospital-based anesthesia department or high-acuity patient setting.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated understanding of quality assurance, set-up, and calibration of anesthesia equipment and instrumentation.
• Demonstrates competency in anesthesia used to guide / lead others and carry out more complex assignments.
• Understands the principles and procedures related to infection control and aseptic technique.

Licenses and Certifications

• BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
• Certified Anesthesia Technician - American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - American Heart Association

Supervision Provided by this Position

• There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities associated with this position.

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

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