Anesthesia Technologist

Overview Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorshipand leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide: Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs Family-focused benefits Wellness incentives Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs And more Work Location: Johns Creek, GA Description Performs all duties of an Anesthesia Technologist I while providing enhanced clinical and technical support to anesthesia providers. Assists with anesthesia administration and monitoring. Supports both invasive and non-invasive procedures. Ensures proper setup, operation, and functionality of advanced anesthesia equipment. Participates in staff training and mentorship, assisting with the orientation of new team members. Clinical Support Assists anesthesiologists with the administration and monitoring of anesthesia. Maintains knowledge of anesthesia techniques, instruments, supplies, and related technologies. Provides support for invasive and non-invasive patient monitoring procedures. Assists with advanced line preparation and placement when needed. Technical Equipment Support Performs advanced equipment testing, calibration, troubleshooting, cleaning, and disinfection. Maintains a comprehensive understanding of: Anesthesia equipment Anesthesia medications Anesthesia-related procedures Demonstrates familiarity with different anesthesia machines, monitors, and their proper usage. Ensures connectivity between anesthesia vital sign monitoring equipment and the anesthesia charting system when required. Team Collaboration Actively participates in the orientation and mentoring of new staff members. Safety and Infection Control Adheres to sterile technique principles and infection control standards. Follows organizational policies and healthcare safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment. Additional Responsibilities Performs other related duties as assigned. Work Type On-site position, working at a physical workplace and collaborating directly with colleagues. MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED). Experience: Two (2) years of work experience as an Anesthesia Technician or Technologist with a competency-based evaluation. Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in sterile techniques and procedures. Demonstrated ability to operate anesthesia-support equipment and patient monitoring systems. Troubleshooting / Problem Solving: Ability to logically identify the source of a problem and restore processes or equipment to proper operation. Infection Control: Knowledge of procedures to prevent or control the spread of pathogens in healthcare environments. Medical Terminology: Ability to accurately use medical language to describe conditions, procedures, and treatments to support safe care and accurate documentation/billing. Patient Monitoring: Ability to utilize medical equipment and clinical knowledge to monitor vital signs and physiological indicators to support diagnosis and patient care. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium Max 25lbs): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day; 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday; 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday; Lifting 50 lbs max; frequent standing & walking and pushing and pulling; Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, and environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr