Allied Health - Anesthesia Tech

Cynet HealthStaff; St. Helena (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Health in California is seeking an Anesthesia Tech for a 13-week assignment. You will maintain anesthesia machines and related equipment, load and assemble line insertion supplies, and ensure inventory levels for ongoing procedures.

The role requires CPR/BLS certification, with a preference for Anesthesia Technician certification and completion of a medical terminology course. Shift is Monday–Friday, 8 hours per day, on-site in California, with a strong focus on patient safety and

Qualifications

• Minimum years of experience is preferred in a healthcare setting.
• Anesthesia Technician certification is preferred.
• CPR or BLS certification is required.
• Completion of a medical terminology course is preferred.
• Requires that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily anesthesia machine and related equipment maintenance.
• Assists anesthesia staff with pressure line insertion procedures.
• Maintains adequate anesthesia-related supply inventory.
• Performs routine clinical tasks of limited complexity under direct supervision.
• Operates autoclaves and other cleaning equipment per policy.
• Assembles pressure line insertion and monitoring supplies and equipment.
• Assists physicians during line insertions.
• Troubleshoots patient monitoring equipment intraoperatively.
• Tests functionality, stocks, and calibrates patient monitoring equipment daily.
• Works with staff, supervisors, and vendors to ensure product quality while minimizing costs.

Skills

Anesthesia Equipment Maintenance

Pressure Line Insertion

Monitoring Equipment Troubleshooting

Autoclave Operation

Patient Safety Awareness

Tools

Anesthesia Machines

Patient Monitoring Equipment

Autoclaves

Job description

Allied Health - Anesthesia Tech

Profession: Anesthesia Technician

Specialty: Anesthesia Technician

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Monday through Friday

Hours per Shift: 8 hours

Experience:

Minimum years of experience is preferred in a healthcare setting.

License:

Anesthesia Technician certification is preferred.

Certifications:

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

Must-Have:

Completion of a medical terminology course is preferred.

Description:Responsible for daily anesthesia machine and related equipment maintenance.Assists anesthesia staff with pressure line insertion procedures.Maintains adequate anesthesia-related supply inventory.Performs routine assigned clinical tasks of limited complexity.Works under direct supervision within defined parameters.Operates autoclaves and other cleaning equipment in adherence with established policies.Assembles pressure line insertion and monitoring supplies and equipment.Assists physicians during line insertions.Troubleshoots patient monitoring equipment intraoperatively.Tests functionality, stocks, and calibrates patient monitoring equipment as needed on a daily basis.Works collaboratively with staff, supervisors, and vendors to ensure product quality while minimizing costs.Makes decisions regarding own work, often limited and confined to routine matters.Elevates questions, problems, and significant challenges to more senior staff for direction.Performs other job-related duties as assigned.Committed to the safety and well-being of associates and patients.Requires that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter.Medical and religious exemptions may apply.Provides anesthesia services throughout the facility.May include appealing work in various departments and specialties.Includes peri-anesthetic care.