Anesthesia Technician

2 months ago


Los Angeles, United States Kaiser Permanente Full time

Description: Job Summary:Under supervision, assembles basic anesthesia set ups and equipment, prepares anesthesia procedure trays, orders anesthesia supplies and equipment, sets up invasive monitoring equipment, cleans and coordinates preventive maintenance and/or repair of equipment, stocks supplies for the Anesthesiology Department, and performs related services.Essential Responsibilities:Assembles basic anesthesia set up and equipment. Performs initial anesthesia machine check and subsequent leak testing between cases. Troubleshoots anesthesia machine and physiological monitors as needed. Assists with patient transport to the operating room, including placement of the patient on the OR table and non-invasive monitors (NIBP, EKG, Sp02, and temperature). Assists with set up of invasive monitoring equipment in routine and emergency situations: Swan-Ganz, arterial line, central venous pressure line, P.A. Line, cardiac output, fiber optic intubation and regional nerve block. May assist with direct patient care under the direction of the Anesthesia provider. Assist Anesthesia provider with induction of anesthesia, including cricoid pressure for intubation as directed. Picks up and delivers lab specimens and ABGs as required. Coordinates patient monitoring and equipment availability with PACU and Critical Care units. Works with perioperative team to facilitate prompt OR turnover time. Removes and disposes of all supplies and equipment at the end of the case. Replaces supplies and equipment needed for general/regional anesthesia between cases. Prepares anesthesia procedure tray as requested. Disinfects, decontaminates and sterilizes all anesthesia-related items, machines and carts as required per Infection Control procedures. Maintains adequate stock of medications and supplies in anesthesia machines and carts, including rotation and replacement of dated items. Maintains adequate stock of supplies in emergency code blue boxes, malignant hyperthermia carts, difficult intubation carts, invasive monitoring carts, pediatric carts and regional anesthesia carts as listed on cart inventory. Examines sterilization date on medical instruments, supplies and equipment and replaces items no longer sterile. Maintains records and documentation of equipment, quality checks and waived testing performed in department. Coordinates with Biomedical Engineering for maintenance and repair of anesthesia monitoring equipment as needed. Disassembles, inspects, tests, wraps and dates instruments and equipment. Identifies damage and initiates appropriate repair and replacement process. Uses steam, gas and plasma sterilizer. Reads and records Biological test results. Assists with complex patient transport to PACU/ICU including preparation of oxygen source and transportation monitors. Coordinates with Pharmacy to maintain stock, return and replace all outdated items except controlled drugs. Maintains log for Extra Order drugs. Ensures availability of backup monitoring equipment at all times and provides timely replacement as need. Coordinates with Unit Manager to maintain and revise inventory par levels for supplies and equipment. May participate in the orientation and training of new employees. Establishes and maintains courteous and cooperative relations with the public, patients and other personnel. May perform other duties as required. Basic Qualifications:ExperienceHigh School Diploma/GED.Current understanding of equipment operations used in Anesthesia department, working knowledge of Anesthesia department procedures. Demonstrated ability to perform the duties and responsibilities required of an Anesthesia TechnicianEducationN/ALicense, Certification, RegistrationBasic Life Support within 1 months of hireAdditional Requirements:N/APreferred Qualifications:Certification by the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians as a Certified Anesthesia Technician. Certificate of training for Drager Anesthesia System, PPS Saracap or equivalent biomedical course, basic nursing care, crisis management, and principles of asepsis.Previous experience as an Anesthesia Technician or current enrollment in accredited Anesthesia Technologist Program requiredNotes:This is an on call position, days and hours may vary. Primary Location: California,Los Angeles,West Los Angeles Medical Center Scheduled Weekly Hours: 1 Shift: Variable Workdays: Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat Working Hours Start: 12:01 AM Working Hours End: 11:59 PM Job Schedule: Call-in/On-Call Job Type: Standard Employee Status: Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation: B01SEIULocal 399 Job Level: Individual Contributor Department: West LA Medical Center - Anesthesiology-Inpatient - 0806 Pay Range: $33.79 - $37.43 / hour The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted. Travel: No At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing. Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status. Submit Interest Load More


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