Anesthesia Tech-Periop Support

AdventHealth; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

AdventHealth in Louisville, CO is seeking an Anesthesia Technician to support anesthesia providers with patient assessment, monitoring, and equipment setup, ensuring safe procedures and smooth operating room flow.

You will maintain and troubleshoot anesthesia equipment, prepare invasive lines, assist with emergencies, and help with inventory and sterilization. A basic Life Support CPR cert is required, with anesthesia tech training preferred.

Qualifications

• High school/education required or equivalent; anesthesia tech program preferred.
• Completion of an Anesthesia Technology training program is required.
• BLS/CPR certification required; Anesthesia Tech Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists anesthesia providers with patient assessment, monitoring, and transport.
• Maintains and troubleshoots anesthesia equipment malfunctions.
• Ensures equipment and supply inventory are in stock.
• Provides routine and emergency services for anesthesiologists.
• Preps operating rooms for cases and assists with invasive monitoring/procedures.
• Maintains and organizes anesthesia environment and equipment.

Skills

Communication

Aseptic technique

English literacy

Computer skills

Dosage monitoring

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or technical/vocational training in anesthesia technology

Tools

Anesthesia equipment

Medical monitoring devices

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Part time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

100 HEALTH PARK DR

City:

LOUISVILLE

State:

Colorado

Postal Code:

80027

Job Description:

• Assists anesthesia providers with patient assessment, monitoring, transporting, positioning, insertion of intravenous and other invasive lines, and airway management.
• Maintains and troubleshoots anesthesia equipment malfunctions.
• Ensures necessary equipment and supply inventory remain in stock.
• Provides routine and emergency services for anesthesiologists.
• Assists with schedule preparations, including emergent and urgent surgical procedures involving anesthesia.
• Assists anesthesia professional staff with preparation and draping of patients for invasive monitoring/procedures and anticipates needs for invasive monitor insertion and procedures.
• Sets up operating room for cases, including preparation of laryngoscope, intubation equipment, IV solution, tubing set-up, and IV warming devices. Provides peri-operative technical support to the anesthesia professional staff for delivery of patient care.
• Assists with the procurement, assembly, and operation of specialized equipment such as humidification units, fiber optic endoscopic equipment, rapid infusion devices/blood warmers, patient warming devices, neuromuscular devices, infusion pumps, and syringes.
• Maintains and organizes the anesthesia environment, equipment, supplies, and personnel to facilitate department functions and ensure efficient flow of cases. Cleans and sets up anesthesia equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals [Required]
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry [Required]
• Knowledge and basic skills related to aseptic/ sterile technique and sterility of supplies [Required]
• Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English [Required]
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required]
• Ability to appropriately monitor dosages and use clinical equipment [Required]

Education:

• High School Grad or Equiv [Preferred]
• Associate [Preferred]
• Technical/Vocational School [Preferred]

Field of Study:

• Completion of an Anesthesia Technologytraining program [Required]

Work Experience:

• 1+ years' experience as an anesthesia tech [Preferred]

Additional Information:

• An equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of the stated degree requirement: Completion of an Anesthesia Technologytraining programOR 1+ year experience as an anesthesia tech

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Anesthesia Technician Certification (AT)[Preferred] OR
• Certified Anesthesia Technologist (Cer. A.T.T.)[Preferred]

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem

Pay Range:

$19.77 - $31.63

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.