Anesthesia Technician I

Texas Health Huguley Job OpportunityJoining Texas Health Huguley is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. Texas Health Huguley is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability InsurancePaid Time Off from Day One403-B Retirement Plan4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental LeaveCareer DevelopmentWhole Person Well-being ResourcesMental Health Resources and SupportPet BenefitsSchedule:Full timeShift:Day (United States of America)Address:11801 SOUTH FWYCity:BURLESONState:TexasPostal Code:76028Job Description:Assists anesthesia providers with patient assessment, monitoring, transporting, positioning, insertion of intravenous and other invasive lines, and airway management. Maintains and troubleshoots anesthesia equipment malfunctions. Ensures necessary equipment and supply inventory remain in stock. Provides routine and emergency services for anesthesiologists. Assists with schedule preparations, including emergent and urgent surgical procedures involving anesthesia. Assists anesthesia professional staff with preparation and draping of patients for invasive monitoring/procedures and anticipates needs for invasive monitor insertion and procedures. Sets up operating room for cases, including preparation of laryngoscope, intubation equipment, IV solution, tubing set-up, and IV warming devices. Provides peri-operative technical support to the anesthesia professional staff for delivery of patient care. Assists with the procurement, assembly, and operation of specialized equipment such as humidification units, fiber optic endoscopic equipment, rapid infusion devices/blood warmers, patient warming devices, neuromuscular devices, infusion pumps, and syringes. Maintains and organizes the anesthesia environment, equipment, supplies, and personnel to facilitate department functions and ensure efficient flow of cases. Cleans and sets up anesthesia equipment. Other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionalsKnowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industryKnowledge and basic skills related to aseptic/ sterile technique and sterility of suppliesMust be able to read, write and speak conversational EnglishBasic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft OfficeAbility to appropriately monitor dosages and use clinical equipmentEducation:High School Grad or Equiv [Preferred]Associate [Preferred]Technical/Vocational School [Preferred]Field of Study:Completion of an Anesthesia Technologytraining program [Required]Work Experience:1+ experience as an anesthesia tech [Preferred]Additional Information:An equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of the stated degree requirement:Completion of an Anesthesia Technology training program OR1+ year experience as an anesthesia techLicenses and Certifications:Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]Anesthesia Technician Certification (AT) [Preferred] ORCertified Anesthesia Technologist (Cer. A.T.T.) [Preferred]Physical Requirements:Please click the link below to view work requirementsPhysical Requirements - Range:$17.84 - $28.53This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.