Anesthesia Technician

Responsibilities

• Sets up monitoring equipment in the operating room, including the operating table, autotransfusion system, ECG and temperature cables, hyper/hypothermia blanket, medication and pressure manifolds, rapid infusion warmer, recorders, defibrillators, patient monitoring system, and TEE machines.
• Assists during surgical procedures with arterial pressure line insertion, central venous and Swan-Ganz catheter insertion, drawing arterial/venous blood samples, checking ventilator efficiency, operating monitor and recording systems, and identifying intubation equipment.
• Calibrates all pressures and recording systems within the patient monitoring system to ensure accurate readings.
• Assists in patient transfers to and from the operating room, collects data sheets, and establishes ECG and pressure monitoring at the destination.
• Cleans non-disposable equipment after each procedure, performs daily maintenance checks, and stocks equipment.
• Moves anesthesia equipment to the proper surgical suite and verifies proper connections and safety.
• Maintains adequate supplies of anesthesia equipment and items in anesthesia carts.
• Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and takes necessary steps to restore safe operation, using backup equipment when necessary.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills to provide age-appropriate patient care, understanding growth and development across the lifespan.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) required within 6 months, unless waived by department leader.
• High School Graduate.
• Typically requires 1 year of experience in a surgical, medical, or related healthcare setting.

Skills

• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Physical Requirements

• Operates all necessary equipment.
• Exposed to chemical and radiation hazards; protective clothing required.
• Must stand for the majority of the workday, as well as sit, walk, and lift.
• Ability to:
  • Lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
  • Lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
  • Carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
  • Push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
  • Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with assistance.
• Working atmosphere may contain fumes and odors from the Operating Room (OR).

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected. It is not a comprehensive listing of all duties, and additional responsibilities may be required.