Anesthesia Technologist

Job Overview

This position entails assisting in the care of patients undergoing anesthesia, ensuring all necessary equipment and supplies are prepared and maintained. The role requires a proactive approach to supporting anesthesia clinicians during procedures and maintaining safety standards within the anesthesia environment.

Specific Responsibilities

• Patient Care Support: Assist in the preparation of anesthesia equipment, including placement of monitors and ensuring cleanliness and availability of necessary supplies. Communicate effectively with anesthesiologists, residents, CRNAs, and anesthesia technologists to meet their needs throughout the day, and assist with intubations and central line catheter placements.
• Equipment Operation: Operate the cell-saver machine, track lab reports, and participate in complex surgical cases, while providing on-call coverage as required.
• Equipment Maintenance: Ensure anesthesia equipment is functioning properly through preventive maintenance and advanced troubleshooting. Act as a primary resource for the use and maintenance of specialized equipment.
• Training Support: Assist in the development and implementation of in-service training programs aimed at enhancing the skills and knowledge of anesthesia staff.
• Technical Setup: Manage anesthesia equipment setup and troubleshooting, including testing and calibrating key devices such as infusion pumps and monitors.
• Room Preparation: Responsible for the setup of operating rooms and equipment carts between cases and at the end of the day. Ensure seamless support for out-of-OR procedures by maintaining the availability of necessary equipment.
• Supervisory Support: Provide backup support in the absence of the shift supervisor and perform any additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• A minimum of two years of experience as an Anesthesia Technologist.

Preferred Qualifications

• A four-year college degree with relevant technical training, or a two-year college degree in a closely related field, combined with two years of experience in a similar role; an equivalent combination of education and experience is also acceptable.
• Certification by the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists or another recognized professional certifying body is preferred.