Anesthesia Technician Lead

Description Anesthesia Technician LeadShift: Full time - EveningsLocation: Medical City Plano HospitalIntroductionDo you have the career opportunities as an Anesthesia Technician Lead you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Medical City Plano which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.BenefitsMedical City Plano, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stockFamily support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and moreConsumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer DiscountsRetirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnershipsEducation assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)Colleague recognition programTime Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Anesthesia Technician Lead where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertiseJob Summary and QualificationsThe Lead Anesthesia Technician plays a crucial role in delivering top-quality, patient-centered care by providing essential anesthesia support during surgical procedures. They are responsible for anticipating and fulfilling the needs of the anesthesia clinician through meticulous preparation and maintenance of supplies, patient monitoring equipment, and anesthesia delivery systems. As a vital member of the perioperative team, the Lead Anesthesia Technician works closely with the circulating RN and the perioperative team to ensure a safe and optimal patient perioperative experience. Additionally, they are involved in training and mentoring new and current employees under the direction of the supervisor. It is their duty to ensure that any new processes, equipment, or changes are effectively communicated and taught to other Anesthesia Technicians.Prepares and organizes equipment and supplies for scheduled and emergent cases in anesthetising locations. Review present and future surgical schedules to ensure anesthesia staff have the essential equipment and supplies necessary for routine and challenging casesCreates and maintains orderly, well-stocked anesthesia carts of all types, such as emergency airway and pediatric. Anticipates anesthetist's preferences for efficient setupTransports and sets up equipment needed for procedures, including laryngoscope blades, monitors, EKG cables, ETCO2 lines, pulse oximetry cables, temperature cables, and oxygen tanks/tubing. Assures equipment is decontaminated and in good working condition before each procedureApplies basic knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and principles of growth and development as required to assist in anesthesia preparation/supply selectionAssists in the transfer, positioning, prepping and draping of patients for anesthetic procedures by facility standards. Assists with the placement of non-invasive monitoring devices, such as blood pressure cuff, EKG leads, and pulse oximeter probeAssists with higher-level patient prep, such as intubation or invasive line placement/monitoring, once competency/certification is confirmed and as governed by local, state, and federal regulation and per facility policyAssists Anesthesiologist during scheduled and emergent procedures as directed, including monitoring of vital signs or retrieving needed equipment and suppliesFollows department procedures for proper procurement and handling of non-controlled medications, I.V. fluids, contrast media, and irrigating fluids in the surgical services areaDemonstrates effective communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians, and co-workers. Utilizes appropriate chains of command to communicate pertinent informationContributes to performance improvement initiatives and works toward meeting and exceeding core measures, patient safety, and service excellence goalsServes as a positive role model and resource for peers. Shares knowledge with team members and ensures new processes, equipment, policies/procedures, etc. are communicated to the team promptlyAssists in the hiring process by participating in the peer interview processDevelops orientation manual and assists with orientation of new personnel. Serves as a positive role model and resource for peersMeets with new hire Anesthesia Techs at hospital-wide orientation. Precepts all new Anesthesia Techs to ensure unit expectations and standards are known and followedWhat qualifications you will need:High school education/GED preferredBasic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date1 yearhospital experienceMedical City Plano opened in 1975 and provides Plano and Collin County with advanced health care. Medical City Plano is a 600+ bed acute care hospital. We have more than 2,000 employees and over 1,400 physicians on staff. Our main campus in Plano has a cancer treatment center and cardiovascular programs. We have The Bariatric Surgery Institute, a Wound Care Center and inpatient rehabilitation. We also offer complete women's and children's services. This includes a high-risk antepartum unit and a Level 3 neonatal intensive-care unit. We were the first hospital in Dallas, Collin or Denton counties to be named a Comprehensive Stroke Center by the Texas Department of State Health Services. Medical City Plano was the first Level I Trauma Center in Collin County and The Burn & Reconstructive Center of Texas was the first burn center in Collin County. As a part of the Medical City network of hospitals and specialists, patients are ensured access to leading medical experts and advanced healthcare innovations."Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Anesthesia Technician Lead opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply todayWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.