Anesthesia Tech I - CRMH

Provides direct patient care and clinical assistance to anesthesia care providers in the acquisition, preparation, application and use of monitors, equipment and supplies required for the administration of anesthesia in various settings. Performs general cleaning and decontamination of supplies and equipment. Mentors Anesthesia Technicians I & II. Assists with competency validations as requested.

• Assumes a lead role in department initiatives to enhance team goals and education, moving department forward through advocacy and team development.
• Participates in the development and continuous updating of departmental policies and procedures directly related to anesthesia technical staff and performance duties.
• Assists with the orientation of staff and provides education, training and mentoring for new employees in daily work assignments such as patient care, room preparations and usage of equipment as needed and /or assigned.
• Validates competencies of Orientees as designated.
• Provides direct patient care by assisting the anesthesia providers with medications, patient monitoring, and equipment usage and monitoring.

Education: High School diploma / GED required. Preference to candidates with associates or higher degree.

Experience: 2 years of Anesthesia Technician experience required.

Licensure, certification, and/or registration: Anesthesia technician or technologist certification through the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians (ASATT- CAT or CATT ) preferred

Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP required. ACLS, PALS certifications preferred.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Effective interpersonal, critical thinking skills, communication and team working skills required. Must successfully complete orientation and competency validation for position. Must be able to fulfill fundamental components/essential elements of position. Basic computer skills. Ability to work in a high pressure/rapid paced environment. Ethical and legal issues and responsibilities. Must meet all anesthesia technician I, II, and II competencies within 6 weeks of hire.

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