Non-Certified Anesthesia Technician

Saint Joseph, MO, United States (On-site) Job Description The Anesthesia Technician performs duties under the supervision of a licensed anesthesia provider, and reports to the Director of OR\SPD. The technician assists the licensed anesthesia provider in clinical settings such as: the surgical suite, obstetric suite, radiology, PACU, ICU, Cath Lab, MRI, GI Lab, Emergency Room, and other areas as deemed necessary to accomplish our mission. Responsibilities Sets-up, checks, and maintains anesthesia machines and monitoring equipment following manufacturer instructions. Complete quality controls monitors related to anesthesia equipment and instrumentation and maintain records as directed. Cleans, tests, and stocks anesthesia equipment and supplies between procedures. Order supplies, drugs and equipment. Manage anesthesia workroom and carts. Dispose of contaminated materials or clean, disinfect or provide for sterilization of anesthesia instrumentation. Possess a basic understanding of anatomy and physiology as they apply to anesthesia care. Differentiates between General, Regional, and Monitored Anesthesia Care, and provide appropriate assistance to Anesthesia provider in implementation of Anesthesia Plan of Care. If licensed LPN or RN IV Certified: Preparation and administration of medications, monitor patients’ response to medication and report data under the supervision of the Anesthesiologist. Participates in a system to support and continually improve the quality of anesthesia services provided to patients and their families, fellow caregivers, physicians and other customers. Provide devices and assist with airway management, and assist with establishment of vascular access and monitoring. Assist with procedures for anesthesia emergencies including but not limited to cardiac arrest and malignant hyperthermia. Provide assistance with patient transportation, positioning, and placement of monitoring devices. Other duties as assigned Education H.S. Diploma - Required Work Experience Previous OR experience - Preferred Licenses and Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required Upon Hire Travel Requirements Must be able to travel between various system facilities and off-site locations as needed. - Required About Us Mosaic Life Care is a health care system in northwest Missouri. With a vision of transforming community health by being a life-care innovator, Mosaic places the holistic needs of patients first by providing the right care at the right time and place, offering high value and quality health care. Mosaic has a wide array of benefits to meet each employee’s individual needs. Our benefits were designed by listening to people just like you. Mosaic also offers several perks with a focus on ensuring our employees feel valued, including concierge services, employee lounge, wellness programs, free covered parking, free on-site and virtual health clinics and many more. When paired with compensation and recognition, it is what continues to make us the employer of choice for employees at any stage of their journey. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mymlc