Anesthesia Clinical Assistant- Surgery/OR- St. Elizabeth Hospital Youngstown (PRN)

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Anesthesia Clinical Assistant to join their team. In this vital role, you will support anesthesia providers in clinical settings, ensuring the preparation and maintenance of essential anesthesia equipment. Your contributions will directly impact patient care during preoperative and interoperative procedures. This position offers a chance to work in a collaborative environment focused on improving health care quality and safety. If you are detail-oriented, possess a strong work ethic, and are eager to make a difference in patient outcomes, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical plans

Dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Employer retirement contributions

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience as a perioperative assistant or equivalent.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and organize anesthesia environment and equipment.
• Assist with perioperative technical support for anesthesia staff.
• Ensure cleanliness and availability of anesthesia supplies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Basic reading and writing skills

Basic arithmetic skills

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Anesthesia machines

Monitors

Job description

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

THIS IS A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT POSITION

MISSION

The mission of Mercy Health is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus by improving the health of our communities with emphasis on people who are poor and under-served.

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Anesthesia Clinical Assistant will report to the Nurse Manager of Perioperative Services and Director of Surgical Services and is an integral member of the anesthesia patient care team. The Anesthesia Clinical Assistant provides support and receives directives from the licensed Anesthesia provider in clinical settings. The Anesthesia Clinical Assistant will provide support for routine cases involving the Anesthesia Department by assisting in the preparation and maintenance of anesthesia equipment and anesthesia delivery systems before and during anesthesia. The Anesthesia Clinical Assistant lends clinical support during preoperative and interoperative procedures. The Anesthesia Clinical Assistant performs first level maintenance on anesthesia equipment and cleans, sterilizes, disinfects, stocks, orders, and maintains the routine anesthesia equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of two (2) years experience as a perioperative assistant, Anesthesia Clinical Assistant or equivalent experience.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

1. Must be able to recognize and establish priorities and be attentive to details.
2. Must possess a strong work ethic.
3. Follows detailed written and oral instruction.
4. Requires basic reading, writing and simple arithmetic skills.
5. May operate basic equipment and machinery.

Problem Solving/Decision Making:

Demonstrates the ability to follow established and approved hospital policies and procedures. Makes decisions based on detailed procedures; technical aids generally available. Has clear cut alternatives available and usually follows a specific course of action.

Scope of Impact/Accountability:

Impact focused in immediate work area but may also affect closely related activities in other work units. Influence is indirect and supportive in nature. Accountability is restricted to activities based on established routines and responsibilities as well as those assigned by others.

Interpersonal Communication:

Demonstrates a broad range of communication skills and organizational abilities. Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills.

PRINCIPAL JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Maintains and organizes the anesthesia environment, equipment and supplies to facilitate department function in all anesthetizing areas.
2. Must have thorough knowledge of the set-up, operation and troubleshooting of anesthesia machines, monitors and ancillary equipment.
3. Responsible to assist with acquisition of all equipment/supplies for anesthesia cases.
4. Will be knowledgeable of various aseptic techniques used for routine cleaning, disinfecting, sterilizing and storing of all reusable equipment and supplies.
5. Maintains, inspects, and replaces as necessary a safe and secure sharps disposal system.
6. Maintains cleanliness of equipment cleaning area.
7. Maintains supply stock in workrooms and anesthesia workstations in rotational fashion.
8. Maintains the sterilization of carbon dioxide absorbers as scheduled.
9. Recognizes and adheres to universal precautions and principles of aseptic technique in all clinical activities.
10. Handles equipment and items correctly to ensure ever-present availability and safety of supplies and materials.
11. Assists with inventory, orders, and maintains departmental supply stock consistent with departmental demand in collaboration with the Manager of Chain Supply or designee.
12. Provides perioperative technical support to anesthesia professional staff for delivery of patient care.
13. Reports anesthesia equipment in need of repair to supervisor and/or BMET.
14. Maintains availability of necessary equipment in each operating room.
15. Makes available, assembles, and assists with the operation of specialized equipment such as humidification units, fiberoptic endoscopic equipment, and rapid infusion devices.
16. Demonstrates speed and timeliness in all duties, particularly preparation for emergencies and trauma procedures. Performs under extreme pressure of life-threatening emergencies. Is calm and competent and makes recommendations to improve support.
17. Assists anesthesia professional staff as required, including:
1. Set ups for OR cases which include preparation of laryngoscope and intubation equipment.
2. Preparation and labeling of blank syringes.
3. IV bag and tubing set-up and set up of IV warming devices.
4. Assistance during procedures such as peripheral nerve block, insertion of invasive lines as directed.
5. Preparation, positioning and draping of the patient for invasive monitoring/procedure.
6. Anticipates needs of Anesthesiology including invasive monitor insertion and procedures such as pulmonary artery catheter, central venous access, fiberoptic intubation and/or difficult airway situations.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].