Anesthesia Technician I

Anesthesia Technician

Joining AdventHealth 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. AdventHealth 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 Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

1035 RED BUD RD NE

City:

CALHOUN

State:

Georgia

Postal Code:

30701

Job 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 professionals
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry
• Knowledge and basic skills related to aseptic/ sterile technique and sterility of supplies
• Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to appropriately monitor dosages and use clinical equipment

Education:

• 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 OR
• 1+ year experience as an anesthesia tech

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Anesthesia Technician Certification (AT) [Preferred] OR
• Certified Anesthesia Technologist (Cer. A.T.T.) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements -

Pay Range:

$16.51 - $26.42

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.