Anesthesia Technician

Penn Medicine; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is seeking a full-time Anesthesia Tech to support the Anesthesia Care Team in surgical suites. The role involves setup of critical equipment, patient preparation, and quality control testing, ensuring optimal care during procedures. A high school diploma and BCLS certification are required, and prior experience is preferred.

Benefits

Comprehensive compensation

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification required.
• Preferred: Certified Anesthesia Technician.
• 1+ years of experience preferred if not a graduate.

Responsibilities

• Set up the operating room for demanding cases.
• Assist in patient preparation for invasive procedures.
• Perform quality control tests for point of care testing.

Skills

Patient Care

Inventory Management

Quality Control Testing

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED

Graduate of Anesthesia Technician program

Job description

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Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical, and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough, heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Anesthesia Tech: Full Time

Mon - Fri 11:00am - 7:30pm

Rotating weekend commitment (about 1 every 8 weeks)

Anesthesia Tech Or OR Experience Preferred

Summary:

• Provides assistance to the Anesthesia Care Team in the surgical suites to facilitate patient care by maintaining equipment, supplies, and participating in critical phases of anesthesia care.

Responsibilities:

• Set up O.R. for demanding cases including preparation of laryngoscope, intubation equipment, syringes, IV setup, and warming devices.
• Perform quality control tests for point of care testing.
• Manage supply and inventory of equipment, report repairs needed.
• Assist in patient preparation and draping for invasive procedures, retrieve non-narcotics and blood products, assist with intraoperative volume resuscitations.

Credentials:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
• Certified Anesthesia Technician preferred

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• Graduate of an Anesthesia Technician program or related program preferred. 1+ years of experience if not a graduate.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our benefits include comprehensive compensation, tuition assistance, and more. Penn Medicine is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider