Anesthesia Technician

Garnet Health Medical Center; Midway Park (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Garnet Health Medical Center-Middletown is seeking an Anesthesia Technician to support the Cardiothoracic Surgery Operations team. You will assist anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists, ensure equipment readiness, and help with patient care activities.

The role requires a High School diploma, an associate degree preferred, three years of anesthesia technician experience, and CTOR/CVOR exposure. Work is primarily in operating rooms with on-site duties and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates Degree from an accredited program in Anesthesiology Technology preferred.
• Three (3) years’ experience as an anesthesia technician required.
• One (1) year experience working within a CTOR/CVOR as an anesthesia technician required.
• Technical skills necessary to perform duties
• Proficiency in all departmental computer systems and data bases.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and provide technical support to the Anesthesiologists and Nurse Anesthetists.
• Ensure availability of equipment and supplies; assist with direct patient care activities.
• Operate and maintain anesthesia machines, ventilators, monitoring equipment and related devices.
• Stock supplies for anesthesia administration and clean/disinfect equipment.
• Troubleshoot anesthesia equipment.

Skills

Anesthesia technician experience

Technical skills

Computer systems proficiency

Education

Associates Degree in Anesthesiology Technology

High School Diploma

Job description

Overview

At Garnet Health, the Hudson Valley’s leading integrated health system, you’ll find the perfect balance of a satisfying career and a rewarding lifestyle. Our focus is on patient-centric care with a collective of visionary leaders and dedicated and caring professionals working as a team to deliver the best for the people we serve. If you’re interested in a health system that’s both growing and award-winning, serving a diverse community that provides the best of both city and rural life, we invite to make your career home with us as a Anesthesia Technician on our Cardiothoracic Surgery Operations team at/in Garnet Health Medical Center-Middletown.

Responsibilities

Under direct supervision, is responsible for coordinating and providing technical support to the Anesthesiologists and Nurse Anesthetists. Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to ensuring availability of equipment and supplies and assisting with direct patient care activities. Responsible for provision, and technical function of anesthesia machines, ventilators, monitoring equipment, fluid warmers, patient warming systems and other types of anesthesia equipment that may be age specific. Responsible for provision and stocking of supplies for anesthesia administration, cleaning and disinfecting of equipment (such as fiberoptic bronchoscopes), as well as troubleshooting various types of anesthesia equipment.

At Garnet Health, we are committed to supporting your career growth and professional potential. We are responsive, attentive and dedicated to the success and satisfaction of our team members. Here, you’ll find resources that will help you excel in your career, tuition reimbursement programs for your continued education, and comprehensive health, dental and retirement benefits designed to fit your individual and family needs. Our inclusive and diverse team culture encourages you to contribute your exceptional talents, skills and perspectives to the success of our system, one another, our communities and our patients.

Join the Garnet Health team and let your excellence shine.

Salary Disclaimer

Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from Garnet Health System. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary / hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.

Compensation for the role is $27.27 - $33.42 hourly.

Garnet Health System provides a compensation range to comply with the New York State law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. When determining a team member’s compensation and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

Qualifications

Minimum Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates Degree from an accredited program in Anesthesiology Technology preferred.

Minimum Experience

• Three (3) years’ experience as an anesthesia technician required
• One (1) year experience working within a CTOR/CVOR as an anesthesia technician required.
• Technical skills necessary to perform duties
• Proficiency in all departmental computer systems and data bases.

Required Certification/Registration

• BLS required
• Certified Anesthesia Technician (Cer.A.T.) by the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians (ASATT) preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Work requires extensive standing and walking.

Working Conditions

• Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works primarily in Operating Rooms and approved satellite areas where anesthesia may be given. Frequent contact with various Medical Center staff, sales representatives, employees and community members. May be exposed to odors, chemical agents, dust, fumes, gases, sharp objects, hazardous or moving equipment, wet slippery floors, and extremes in temperature and humidity. Protective clothing worn: face shield, gloves, impermeable gown, N95 Respirator as needed.
• Physical Demands: Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate point of sales system, computer and office equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs and push over 75 lbs. Other physical requirements include the ability to bend, kneel, crouch, twist, balance and reach above, out and below.
• Mental Demands: Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations. May be subject to irregular hours including evenings or potentially weekends and on-call to participate in operational and community events as necessary.

Workplace type

On-site