Anesthesia Tech - The James

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Ohio; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

State retirement plan

Job summary

The Ohio State University Medical Center seeks an Anesthesia Technician to join the James Operating Rooms. You will set up, check, inspect, maintain and calibrate a variety of anesthesia equipment, ensuring safety and reliability for the anesthetic process.

Fulfilling this role involves coordinating anesthesia and auto transfusion services, providing instrumental support to physicians and hospital staff, and maintaining organized, stocked work areas in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3 months patient care experience or equivalent requested.
• 3 months experience with medical equipment or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, check, inspect, maintain and calibrate anesthesia equipment.
• Coordinate anesthesia and auto transfusion services and provide logistical support.
• Support OR and approved anesthetizing locations to ensure patient safety and efficient care.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Anesthesia equipment

Job description

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

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.

Preferred Qualifications

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.

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. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

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