Anesthesia Technician
- Requisition ID
- 189824
- Department
- 200340 Same Day Surgery
- Schedule
- Full Time - Eligible for Benefits
- Shift
- Day
- Category
- Professionals
Purpose:
This position provides technical support to anesthesiologists and surgical/procedural staff under the supervision of the department Supervisor/Manager.
Nature and Scope
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, based upon physical, motor/sensory, psychosocial, and safety appropriate to the age of the patient served. The incumbent must provide optimal patient care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of neonatal, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients and families. This position provides technical skills as a member of the surgical/procedural team, communicating with supervisors, other surgical/procedural staff, surgeons, and anesthesiologists.This position maintains a smooth flow of anesthetic cases, in a timely manner, by assisting the anesthesiologist before, during, and after induction. Has a working knowledge of anesthetic drugs and agents. Is able to pre-test the anesthesia machines and reports deficiency to appropriate manufacturer representative. Recognizes the need for, and adheres to, guidelines for drugs covered by Harris Narcotic Act. Upon request, is able to prepare appropriate equipment necessary for arterial lines, Swan-Ganz, and central line insertion. Assists physicians as required and under direct supervision on the placement of monitoring equipment and position patients in preparation for induction and procedure. The incumbent will perform routine cleaning, sterilization, disinfection of anesthesia equipment. Will assist in restocking, ordering and maintaining supplies. This position will also assist regularly in room turnovers to include cleanliness of operating/procedure rooms, cleaning anesthesia machines, cleaning surgical/procedural equipment, and assisting in removal of unnecessary equipment.This incumbent works with the department supervisor to determine quantity of items stored and ordered on a daily basis. Knowledgeable in all methods of sterilization and implements these appropriately.This position has the freedom to rotate work areas and duties; to decide which equipment is needed for assembled cases; to order supplies from Central Supply and Storeroom as needed. Regularly take initiative to clean and appropriately restock anesthesia supplies in OR/procedural rooms and sub-sterile areas. All other decisions must be referred to the appropriate supervisor. This position does provide patient care
Minimum Qualifications
Requirements - Required and/or Preferred
Name | Description |
|---|---|
Education: | Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform job duties safely and effectively. Completion of coursework in medical terminology preferred. |
Experience: | One year as a Respiratory Aide or experience in a perioperative setting preferred. |
License(s): | None |
Certification(s): | Current BLS certification by American Heart Association (AHA) standards required at time of hire. |
Computer / Typing: | Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc. |
Disclaimer
The foregoing description is not intended to be, and should not be construed as, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.
Benefits
Renown Health exists to make a genuine difference in the health and well-being of the people and communities we serve. And it is through your passion that this mission is made real every day. The relationship with employees is the foundation for success as we proceed with our strategic direction. We strive to build upon this solid partnership by offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that meets the diverse needs of employees and their family members.
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Paid Time Off
401(k) Company Match
Flexible Work Environment
Renown Health is northern Nevada's healthcare leader and Reno's only locally owned, not-for-profit health system. We are an entire network of hospitals, primary care offices, urgent care centers, lab services, medical specialties, and x-ray and imaging services - with more than 7,000 nurses, doctors and care providers dedicated to the health and well-being of our community.
For Providers: Renown Health and the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) are affiliate partners in Nevada's first integrated academic health system. The affiliation aims to improve the health of the community, region, and state through research, medical education, and expanded clinical care. Renown physicians participate as joint faculty at UNR Med for teaching, lectures, supervising clinical rotations, and other academic activities for the education of medical and physician assistant students, residents and fellows.