Anesthesia Tech (Mh)

NKC Health; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Employer matched retirement plan

Competitive wages

Paid time off

Six holidays per year

Educational assistance

Day shift schedules

Job summary

NKC Health Anesthesiology is hiring an Anesthesia Technician to support the operating room team under the guidance of a CRNA and Anesthesiologist. The role focuses on acquiring, organizing, preparing, applying, and maintaining anesthesia supplies and equipment, and ensuring safe, ready-to-use anesthesia environments.

The position involves keeping ORs stocked, inspecting and calibrating equipment, and assisting with various anesthesia modalities while promoting patient safety and efficient

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience as an Anesthesia Technician in a level I or II facility.
• ASATT certification strongly preferred and current BLS required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory and PAR levels in OR suites and report low stock.
• Inspect, troubleshoot and calibrate anesthesia equipment; report malfunctions.
• Assist with anesthesia procedures and patient transfers as needed.
• Clean and disinfect anesthesia machines and related equipment regularly.
• Prepare equipment and supplies for various anesthesia types and cases.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Stress management

Adaptability

Flexible schedule

Education

ASATT certification

Associate’s degree preferred

Job description

Summary

Here at NKC Health our mission is to empower hope and healing in every life we touch. Whether you are serving patients at a primary care clinic, specialty clinic, or in a support capacity, every team member works together to complete this mission.

NKC Health Anesthesiology team is hiring an Anesthesia Technician! If you’re looking for a great opportunity to impact our communities, join our NKC Health team!

Why NKC Health Medical Group?

• Comprehensive Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, FSA)
• Employer matched retirement plan
• Competitive wages
• Paid time off for personal/vacation/sick
• Six paid holidays per year
• Educational assistance
• Day shift schedules

What does an Anesthesia Technician do?

Anesthesia Technicians workunder the guidance of a CRNA and Anesthesiologist in the operating room. They support the anesthesia providers in the acquisition, organization, preparation, application and maintenance of supplies and equipment required for the administration of anesthesia. They will provide support and assistance in anesthesia specific clinical procedures. They are responsible for the inspection of all anesthetizing locations.

What does a typical day on the job look like?

• Maintains sufficient inventory (PAR levels) in the OR suites. Monitors supplies during the day and replenishes as needed. Reports low PARS in the anesthesia workrooms to the OR and Anesthesia Support Technicians.
• Proficient in the use of all anesthesia equipment. Inspects, troubleshoots and calibrates all anesthesia equipment. Identifies and reports any malfunctioning equipment. Works with Biomed on malfunctioning and defective equipment.
• Provides assistance with anesthesia specific clinical procedures. Provides support with all types of anesthesia including general, local, epidural, spinal, regional blocks, and moderate sedation. Anticipates anesthesia provider needs. Responds quickly to provider requests. Supports the application of anesthetic principles related to critical event management. Assists with safe, monitored transfer of patients to other units in the hospital.
• Cleans and disinfects anesthesia machines, monitoring equipment and carts on turnover. Cleans and disinfects inside carts and machines on a regular basis. Organizes and labels equipment and supplies. Disposes of supplies and equipment as necessary.
• Performs expedient, prioritized turnover of OR suites with a sense of urgency and sets up the anesthesia environment with the appropriate equipment and supplies for the kind of case and acuity of the patient. Prepares and delivers anesthesia equipment and supplies to satellite locations.
• Consults with vendors on supplies and equipment. Coordinates trials for supplies and equipment. Looks for effective alternatives for purchases. Uses hospital resources responsibly.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

What are the requirements for the job?

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate’s Degree preferred
• Certification by the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians (ASATT) strongly preferred
• Two years’ experience as an Anesthesia Technician in a level I or II facility
• Current BLS through the American Heart Association is required
• Basic knowledge of anesthesia, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, pathophysiology, and clinical monitoring
• Initiator of improvement and change; Communicates promptly and effectively; Promotes teamwork; Maintain professional working relationships; Handles stress in healthy manner; Adaptable to each provider; Flexible work schedule including weekends.

Our North Star:

Here at NKC Health, we believe in care empowered. Our actions are the concrete things we do to differentiate ourselves: we lead with heart, we always move forward, and we connect to more.

NKC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in our organization. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.