Anesthesia Tech - The James

Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Medical Center is seeking an Anesthesia Technician for The James Cancer Hospital to support anesthesia services in operating rooms and related areas. You will prepare, calibrate and maintain anesthesia equipment and assist the team during procedures.

A high school diploma or GED is required; 3 months patient care and 3 months equipment experience; Certified Anesthesia Technician (AT) certification preferred but not required with 2–3 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 3 months patient care experience or equivalent.
• 3 months experience working with medical equipment or equivalent.
• Certified Anesthesia Technician (AT) certification is preferred but not required with 2–3 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up, inspect, maintain and calibrate anesthesia equipment.
• Provide diagnostic and treatment support during critical care situations.
• Coordinate anesthesia and autotransfusion services for surgical procedures.
• Stock and organize work areas and demonstrate teamwork and professionalism.

Skills

Patient care

Equipment handling

Reading safety manuals

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Anesthesia equipment

Job description

Anesthesia Tech - The James page is loaded## Anesthesia Tech - The Jameslocations: James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institutetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R159632Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with this site. For assistance with applying, please contact [e-mail]. If you have questions while submitting an application, please review these .**Current Employees and Students:**If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at The Ohio State University, please log in to to use the internal application process.Welcome to The Ohio State University's career site. We invite you to apply to positions of interest. In order to ensure your application is complete, you must complete the following:* Ensure you have all necessary documents available when starting the application process. You can review the additional job description section on postings for documents that may be required.* Prior to submitting your application, please review and update (if necessary) the information in your candidate profile as it will transfer to your application.## Job Title:Anesthesia Tech - The James## Department:James | Anesthesia**Scope of Position**The Ohio State University Medical Center is committed to enhancing the quality of care our patients receive. The Anesthesia Technician functions as an integral member of a team of care providers in the James Operating Rooms and other approved anesthetizing locations including the James OR rooms, radiation oncology, interventional radiology. The team reflects a culture of cooperation, enthusiasm, and mutual respect. The team consisting of registered nurses, surgical technologist, anesthesiologist, perioperative tech and surgeon provides patient care and supportive services that are directed toward achievement of patient care outcomes, improving service levels, reducing length of hospitalization and decreasing costs. Additionally, the Anesthesia Technician is responsible for coordinating Anesthesia and Auto transfusion services, including technical and logistical support to the physicians and hospital staff for surgical procedures.**Position Summary**The Anesthesia Technician works under the supervision of the Manager, Anesthesia Services and performs a variety of equipment and supply related tasks. Provides diagnostic and treatment services during regular recurring critical care situations: set up, check, inspect, maintain and calibrate a variety of anesthesia equipment. Performs various anesthesia specialized treatment procedures that will significantly affect the accuracy and reliability of further processes associated with the anesthetic course of the patient. The Anesthesia Technician will follow all standards regarding safety of all patients, staff and self. In addition, all work areas are to be stocked according to levels, clean and organized. The Anesthesia Technician is also responsible for demonstrating a positive, collaborative attitude, and being respectful to all patients, family and staff.**Minimum Education Required**Per Classified Civil Svc Specs or equivalent combination of education and experience**Required Qualifications**Per Classified Civil Service Requirements. High school graduate or possess a G.E.D.; 3 months patient care experience or equivalent; 3 months experience working with medical equipment or equivalent. A Certified Anesthesia Technician (Cert. A.T.) is preferred but not required with equivalent combination of education and experience of 2-3 years. Experience in anesthesia equipment management preferred. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals preferred. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence preferred. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals preferred.FUNCTIONClinical SupportSUB-FUNCTIONSurgical Anesthesia ServicesCAREER BANDIndividual Contributor - Technical -CAREER LEVELT-2## Additional Information:## Location:James Cancer Hospital (0375)## Position Type:Regular## Scheduled Hours:40## **Shift:**Second Shift***Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. 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