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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Anesthesia Clinical Assistant to join their dedicated team. This role is vital in supporting anesthesia providers by preparing and maintaining equipment, assisting during procedures, and ensuring a safe and efficient environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong work ethic and excellent communication skills, contributing to the highest quality of patient care. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative setting where your contributions directly impact patient outcomes and the overall efficiency of surgical services. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference, this role is 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 of two years experience as a perioperative assistant or similar role.
• Must follow detailed written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and organizes anesthesia environment and equipment.
• Assists with preparation for invasive monitoring and procedures.
• Provides perioperative technical support to anesthesia staff.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Strong Work Ethic

Basic Reading and Writing Skills

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Anesthesia Equipment

Monitoring Equipment

Job description

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

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:

• Must be able to recognize and establish priorities and be attentive to details.
• Must possess a strong work ethic.
• Follows detailed written and oral instructions.
• Requires basic reading, writing, and simple arithmetic skills.
• 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. Activities are 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:

• Maintains and organizes the anesthesia environment, equipment, and supplies to facilitate department function in all anesthetizing areas.
• Must have thorough knowledge of the set-up, operation, and troubleshooting of anesthesia machines, monitors, and ancillary equipment.
• Responsible for assisting with the acquisition of all equipment/supplies for anesthesia cases.
• Will be knowledgeable of various aseptic techniques used for routine cleaning, disinfecting, sterilizing, and storing of all reusable equipment and supplies.
• Maintains, inspects, and replaces as necessary a safe and secure sharps disposal system.
• Maintains cleanliness of equipment cleaning area.
• Maintains supply stock in workrooms and anesthesia workstations in a rotational fashion.
• Maintains the sterilization of carbon dioxide absorbers as scheduled.
• Recognizes and adheres to universal precautions and principles of aseptic technique in all clinical activities.
• Handles equipment and items correctly to ensure ever-present availability and safety of supplies and materials.
• Assists with inventory, orders, and maintains departmental supply stock consistent with departmental demand in collaboration with the Manager of Chain Supply or designee.
• Provides perioperative technical support to anesthesia professional staff for delivery of patient care.
• Reports anesthesia equipment in need of repair to supervisor and/or BMET.
• Maintains availability of necessary equipment in each operating room.
• 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.
• Assists anesthesia professional staff as required, including set-ups for OR cases, preparation of laryngoscope and intubation equipment, and preparation and labeling of blank syringes.
• Assists during procedures such as peripheral nerve block, insertion of invasive lines as directed.
• Assists in preparation, positioning, and draping of the patient for invasive monitoring/procedure.
• Anticipates need for invasive monitoring according to daily OR schedule and prepares accordingly.
• Evaluates availability of necessary equipment in each operating room.
• Assures that the necessary equipment for intravenous/invasive lines is available as requested.

JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES – Other:

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].