Anesthesia Tech
Position Purpose
St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise, Idaho is seeking Anesthesia Technicians to join the Surgical Services Department. Anesthesia Technicians provide anesthesia support services throughout the medical center under the direct supervision of the anesthesiologist and manager. They assist the anesthesia team prior to, during, and following patient procedures in various operating rooms across surgical services.
Description
Assists the anesthesia team in transporting and performing procedures.
Checks and supplies anesthesia carts and machines, checks and replaces anesthesia gas tanks, disassembles used anesthesia equipment, disinfects machines and supply carts, replaces used products, and prepares transducers for invasive hemodynamic monitoring.
Ensures anesthesia carts are supplied and machines are in each room prior to the beginning of the surgery schedule and between procedures. Checks and replaces anesthesia gas tanks as needed.
Retrieves special anesthesia supplies that are anticipated and/or requested by the person administering the anesthetic before and during surgery.
Prepares complex equipment and supplies for hemodynamic monitoring. This varies based on location and may include peripheral arterial and pulmonary artery catheter transducers, EKG, pulse oximeter, and nerve simulators.
Ensures monitoring equipment and supplies are ready. Ensures the anesthesia machine is ready for use including troubleshooting and correcting problems. May perform daily anesthesia equipment inspections including suction, electrical plugs, gas connections, oxygen and nitrous oxide cylinders.
Aids in positioning patients for procedures. Assists in dressing and securing IVs and Arterial lines. Assists Anesthesia during intubating and extubating procedures as directed. Restocks all used supplies as needed during a surgery. Disposes of contaminated materials and disinfects equipment in accordance with general operating room P&P concerning biohazardous waste.
Cleans anesthesia equipment in the Operating Room and outside locations following each procedure. Cleans, maintains, and packages used anesthesia materials and equipment. Inventories and orders anesthesia supplies. Runs errands as requested by anesthesiologists/CRNAs/charge RN/other team members as appropriate to facilitate the preparation and conduct of anesthesia.
Troubleshoots broken equipment and fixes as directed by clinical engineering.
Position Highlights and Schedule
Schedule: Position will be scheduled for 40 hours a week. Schedule during the first 6 weeks of training is Monday through Friday from 5:45am to 2:15pm. Schedule will be 4 - 10 Hour Shifts after training.
Location
Position is assigned to work at St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center off of I-84 and Curtis Rd.
Award-Winning Employer
St. Alphonsus was recently recognized as one of America's Best Large Employers by Forbes.
Benefits
Position is eligible for benefits on Day 1 including health insurance, PTO accrual and more!
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Prior experience in a Hospital Anesthesia Department preferred.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for HealthCare Provider (BLS/HCP) certification required.
What You Will Do
Develops knowledge of equipment including but not limited to anesthesia machines, electronic monitors, and diagnostic equipment.
Cleans and checks instruments and equipment related to anesthesia at established levels necessary for administration of safe anesthetic procedures. Removes broken/defective equipment from use and places work orders when appropriate.
Provides direct, high-quality service to surgeons, anesthesiologists, and anesthetists. Responds promptly and accurately to physician and anesthetist direction.
Works collaboratively with other members of the surgery team. Provides high quality customer service.
Participates as the primary assistant to Anesthesia for procedures in the Operating Room at various locations across surgical service.
Prepares anesthesia supplies.
Works in secure anesthesia workrooms with limited medication storage, excluding control substances, and handles medications under the supervision of anesthesiologist or anesthetist.
Ensures anesthesia carts are supplied and machines are in each room prior to the beginning of the surgery schedule and between procedures. Checks and replaces anesthesia gas tanks as needed.
Retrieves special anesthesia supplies that are anticipated and/or requested by the person administering the anesthetic before and during surgery.
Prepares complex equipment and supplies for hemodynamic monitoring. This varies based on location and may include peripheral arterial and pulmonary artery catheter transducers, EKG, pulse oximeter, and nerve simulators.
Ensures monitoring equipment and supplies are ready. Ensures the anesthesia machine is ready for use including troubleshooting and correcting problems. May perform daily anesthesia equipment inspections including suction, electrical plugs, gas connections, oxygen and nitrous oxide cylinders.
Aids in positioning patients for procedures. Assists in dressing and securing IVs and Arterial lines. Assists Anesthesia during intubating and extubating procedures as directed. Restocks all used supplies as needed during a surgery. Disposes of contaminated materials and disinfects equipment in accordance with general operating room P&P concerning biohazardous waste.
Cleans anesthesia equipment in the Operating Room and outside locations following each procedure. Cleans, maintains, and packages used anesthesia materials and equipment. Inventories and orders anesthesia supplies. Runs errands as requested by anesthesiologists/CRNAs/charge RN/other team members as appropriate to facilitate the preparation and conduct of anesthesia.
Troubleshoots broken equipment and fixes as directed by clinical engineering.
Highlights and Benefits
When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers.
We offer a range of benefits including market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.
We are committed to work-life balance and offer opportunities for personal and professional growth. We also offer retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.
Ministry/Facility Information
St. Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, St. Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.
Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health
St. Alphonsus Health System is among the top 15 health systems in the country by IBM Watson Health.
The region’s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II)
St. Alphonsus Health System is the region's most advanced Trauma Center (Level II).
Commission on Cancer Accredited Program
Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.