Anesthesia Tech - Cardiac Care (Full Time, Days)

The Rane Center; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rane Center seeks an experienced Anesthesia Technician to support anesthesia teams in the cardiac catheterization lab. You will prepare for procedures, provide supplies, assist during procedures, and help with pre- and post-procedure cleanup while ensuring cost-effective supply ordering.

Responsibilities include assisting in IV placements, airway equipment prep, blood gas handling, and maintaining equipment and records in the cath lab.

Qualifications

• American Heart Association BLS certification.
• 2-3 years of experience as Anesthesia Technician.
• 1-2 years working in the Cardiac Interventional Catheterization Lab.

Responsibilities

• Order, pick up, and stock medications in anesthesia carts; assist with medication prep.
• Perform periodic inspections for medication expirations.
• Assist with patient care activities under Anesthesiologists' direction.

Skills

BLS Certification

ACLS/PALS Certification

Anesthesia Tech experience

Cardiac Interventional Lab experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Works under the direction of Cardiac Leaders to provide care to patients undergoing surgical intervention and to support the Anesthesiologists. Prepares for the procedures, providing supplies, assistance during the procedure, and post procedure clean up. Responsible for providing cost effective supply ordering, assists in the preparation, performance, and recording of invasive and non-invasive cardiovascular testing in the cardiac catheterization laboratory.

Job Summary

Works under the direction of Cardiac Leaders to provide care to patients undergoing surgical intervention and to support the Anesthesiologists. Prepares for the procedures, providing supplies, assistance during the procedure, and post procedure clean up. Responsible for providing cost effective supply ordering, assists in the preparation, performance, and recording of invasive and non-invasive cardiovascular testing in the cardiac catheterization laboratory.

Job Specific Duties

• Accurately orders, picks up, and stocks medication in the anesthesia carts. Assist with medication preparation.
• Responsible for periodic inspections for medication outdates prior to expiration.
• Assist with patient care activities under the direction of the Anesthesiologists.
• Assist in placement of IVs & preparing sterile tray for central line placement procedures. Assist physicians with operating & run blood gases on blood samples using iStat machine and/or Hemocue.
• Preparing all airway equipment including endotracheal tubes, laryngoscope, glidscope, fiberoptic bronchoscope, and any other special equipment required by the Anesthesiologist.
• Assists Anesthesiologist with airway management including bag, mask ventilation, and endotracheal intubation
• Cleans, maintains, and safety checks all anesthesia equipment accordingly to Infection Control and Manufacturer guidelines.
• Teaches fellows, technicians & anesthesia assistants in specifics of the department including room setup, anesthesia machine maintenance/checks, all airway equipment & management, etc.
• Maintains and records inventory, ordering, receiving, and storing equipment and supplies. Maintains relationship with OR staff and Material Services to coordinate purchases.
• Maintains anesthesia supply room and OR's for cleanliness and neatness.
• Assists, participates, monitors, and documents in department QA/QI program.
• Control and maintain data input into Cardio Access Database.
• Maintains record of patient examination data and other pertinent Cath information.
• Completes and maintains cardiac catheterization records in hemodynamics system and imaging system.
• Prepares, organizes & selects the proper equipment necessary for the upcoming Cardiac Catheterization Lab procedure. Operates Cardiac Catheterization equipment as directed by the physician.

Qualifications

Minimum Job Requirements

• American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
• 2-3 years of experience as Anesthesia Technician
• 1-2 years working in the Cardiac Interventional Catheterization Lab

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High school education or equivalent preferred.
• Cardiovascular Technologist experience preferred.
• Certification from American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians preferred.
• PALS, ACLS certification preferred.
• Clinical/technical knowledge in cardiovascular medicine.
• Demonstrates knowledge of universal precautions in dealing with patients and equipment.

Job: Nursing- Support (Clinical)

Department: ANESTHESIOLOGY-2100-760020

Job Status: Professional