Anesthesia Technician – Neuro Expansion

About the role

The Anesthesia Technician position is part of the Neurological Institute at Cleveland Clinic, which is expanding with a new, state-of-the-art facility designed to enhance care for complex neurological conditions.

Responsibilities

• Stock the carts and surgical suites with the required supplies as outlined on the anesthesia surgical suite stock par list.
• Absorb difficult airway management by assisting with equipment needs from the providers.
• Deliver blood samples to the lab and retrieve blood products.
• Disassemble, decontaminate, and sterilize anesthesia equipment and supplies.
• Report equipment problems to the management team, stock items in the workroom, and keep the workroom clean and in an orderly condition.
• Perform Point of Care (POCT) testing procedures, after an initial approved competency has been completed.
• Communicate effectively with anesthesia and operating room staff to prioritize daily operating room assignments.
• Transport anesthesia related equipment and supplies to and from outside of Operating Rooms off-site locations.
• Maintain complete and accurate records and check the status of orders and equipment.
• Maintain anesthesia supplies by establishing inventory levels, requisitioning supplies, and restocking supplies.
• Prepare and test a variety of anesthetic equipment for surgical use, troubleshoot equipment for problems or repairs, perform preventative maintenance, and routine cleaning.
• Turn over rooms to minimize downtime between cases.
• Retrieve and appropriately distribute the equipment necessary to prepare a patient for anesthesia.
• Set up IV's and pediatric procedures, and distribute necessary medications to the Anesthesiologist, CRNA, or AA for the preparation or care of a patient for anesthesia.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• One year experience working in a healthcare setting OR successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or similar healthcare-related training program
• Bachelor’s Degree in Science can substitute one year of work experience in healthcare
• Successful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within new hire period

Preferred qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, or PowerPoint
• Direct patient care and/or surgical/OR environment experience
• Experience in a clinical setting
• Leadership experience

Physical Requirements

• Extended periods walking, standing, lifting and carrying equipment (usually not over 20 lbs.)
• Capable of pushing and maneuvering equipment weighing up to 150 pounds
• May be exposed to bodily fluids
• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required

Pay

Pay Range Minimum hourly: $15.75
Maximum hourly: $21.65