Anesthesia Technician - 20hrs

Winchester Hospital; Winchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established health care provider is seeking an Anesthesia Technician to join their surgical services team. In this vital role, you will prepare operating rooms, assist anesthesiologists during procedures, and ensure patient safety through adherence to infection control protocols. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact on patient care while working in a collaborative environment. If you are dedicated to providing excellent care and are looking for a rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team that truly makes a difference in people's lives.

Qualifications

• At least two years of work experience in a direct patient care capacity.
• Basic Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares operating room and ensures sterile supplies are available.
• Assists anesthesiologist with procedures and medication administration.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Customer service aptitude

Knowledge of medications

Aseptic technique

Steam sterilization

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Anesthesia equipment

Job description

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Job Type: Regular

Time Type: Part time

Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

Contributes to the Hospital’s mission by being an integral part of the surgical services team assisting the anesthesiologist or Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist during surgical procedures and with the patient and anesthesia equipment and supplies pre and post-surgery. This non-licensed clinical staff position has an impact on patient care and physician satisfaction and the overall effectiveness of the surgical services team by anticipating the perioperative team’s needs.

Job Description:

Rotating schedule

• Prepares the operating room for surgical procedures, as directed, by obtaining, arranging, and setting up supplies and equipment to be utilized by anesthesia during surgical procedures. Ensures required supplies, medications, instruments and equipment are available and sterile for use in case.
• Opens sterile supplies according to aseptic technique.
• Prepares sterile field
• Dons appropriate surgical attire according to the organization’s policy.
• Minimizes preventable harm events and consistently executes the infection control protocols.
• Assists with procedures and safe medication practices under the supervision and delegation of the anesthesia department by:
  
  

Positioning the patient and retracting tissue and other bodily parts as directed.

Drawing up and administering medications as directed by an anesthesiologist.

Participating in procedures such as nerve blocks and endotracheal intubations.

• May assist the post-anesthesia care unit with patient care issues related to anesthesia.
  
  

Experience Required

High school Diploma required

• At least two years of work experience in a direct patient care capacity or in central materials services sterilizing equipment
  
  

Preferred:

• Experience in a clinical position in an operating room environment
  
  

Other Skills/Knowledge:

Required: Basic computer skills (basic hardware and software knowledge)

Preferred: Basic knowledge of electronics, able to maintain and troubleshoot Anesthesia Equipment.

Strong customer service aptitude

Knowledge of medications and aseptic technique

Knowledge of steam sterilization, inventory management

LIFE SUPPORT CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: Basic Life Support

OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Main OR: 24/7 on-call coverage to meet department needs

Schedule requirements: May be required to stay beyond shift based on patient and/or department needs

Travel requirements: Local travel to offsite units

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Learn more about this requirement.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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