Anesthesia Technician I

About the role

Responsible for providing technical and operational assistance during surgical procedures and other medical interventions by ensuring the availability and proper functioning of anesthesia equipment and supplies, preparing and maintaining the operating room environment, and assisting in the delivery of safe and effective anesthesia care.

Responsibilities

• Ensure 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.
• Ensures monitoring equipment and supplies are ready.
• Ensures the anesthesia machine is ready for use, including troubleshooting and correcting problems.
• Performs daily anesthesia equipment inspections, including suction, electrical plugs, gas connections, oxygen, and nitrous oxide cylinders.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Experience: Knowledge of anesthesia equipment, monitors, and supplies commonly used in surgical and procedural settings.
• Knowledge: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with the anesthesia care team and other healthcare professionals.
• Skills: Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Physical Requirements: Standing Frequently (34-66%), Walking Frequently (34-66%), Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device), Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs, Pushing Occasionally (3-33%), Pulling Occasionally (3-33%), Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%), Stooping Occasionally (3-33%), Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%), Crouching Occasionally (3-33%), Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%), Reaching Frequently (34-66%), Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%), Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%), Feeling Constantly (67-100%), Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%), Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%), Talking Constantly (67-100%), Hearing Constantly (67-100%).

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

Pay

$20.84 - $29.79/Hourly Grade 4

Schedule

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