Anesthesia Tech

Ardent Health Services; Montclair (NJ); Presencial; USD 56 000 - 72 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Ardent Health Services in Montclair, NJ is seeking a day-shift, full-time Anesthesia Technologist to support our surgical services. You will prepare, maintain, and sterilize anesthesia equipment, assist with pre-op setup, and ensure readiness for each case.

Join a team-focused environment that values safety, efficiency, and professional growth. Requirements include BLS within 14 days of hire, English fluency, strong communication, and the ability to multitask under pressure.

Qualificações

• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire and prior to direct patient care.
• Fluency in English required to function in the job environment.
• Strong interpersonal communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and handle high-stress situations.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and maintain anesthesia equipment for surgical procedures.
• Set up anesthesia gas machine and check gas lines pre-operation.
• Prepare supplies for intubation, central lines, and oxygen tools.
• Break down, sanitize, and reset the anesthesia area after cases.
• Calibrate and test equipment; keep daily inspection records.
• Ensure equipment is repaired or replaced if malfunctioning.
• Stock supplies in anesthetizing areas and carts.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Conhecimentos

BLS certification

English fluency

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Formação académica

Graduated from an accredited Anesthesia Technologist training program

Ferramentas

Epic

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Overview

Join our team as a day-shift, full-time Anesthesia Technologist in Montclair, NJ.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
• Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center is an 820,000-square-foot facility that offers the latest medical programs, cutting-edge technology, and patient-focused care that includes 365 beds, 1,200+ employees, and a 27-bed Emergency Room/Fast Track Unit.

Responsibilities

• Anesthesia Technicians assist anesthesiologists, nurses, anesthetists, and other medical staff working on anesthesia teams. Their main responsibility is to clean, maintain, and prepare anesthesia equipment for use in surgical procedures.
• Engage in various pre-operation responsibilities such as setting up the anesthesia gas machine and checking gas lines.
• Prepare supplies for intubation, central breathing lines, oxygen measurement tools, and more.
• Break down equipment, sanitize the anesthesia area, and set up for the next case following the completion of all surgical procedures.
• Check, calibrate, and test medical equipment such as machines, monitors, invasive lines, and pharmaceuticals.
• Keep daily records of their equipment inspections.
• Ensure anesthesia equipment is repaired or replaced when/if equipment malfunctions.
• Stock needed supplies in any anesthetizing areas, including bronchoscopy carts, pediatric carts, and emergency room airway bags.
• Spot opportunities for improving efficiency and containing costs within anesthesia areas.
• Perform any and all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Position requires fluency in the English language to function in the job environment appropriately.
• Good interpersonal communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and follow-through skills; ability to multitask and prioritize tasks.
• Ability to multitask constantly, react to changes quickly/productively, and tolerate interruptions.
• Ability to perform work when no directions are given, and give directions to others.
• Remain flexible, organized, professional, and able to analyze and make sound decisions under stressful or crises.
• Demonstrate knowledge of current computer systems, equipment, or programs used in the organization; knowledge of Epic is a plus.
• Demonstrate maturity and accountability.

Preferred Job Requirements

• Graduated from an accredited Anesthesia Technologist training program.
• Minimum of 1+ years’ experience as an Anesthesia Tech in a hospital setting.