Anesthesia Technician - Adult Anesthesiology

Oklahoma Children's Hospital OU Health; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k)

Medical and dental plans

Job summary

OU Health's University of Oklahoma Medical Center seeks an Anesthesia Technician to support adult anesthesia services. The role involves preparing, maintaining, and monitoring anesthesia equipment and supplies for procedures, with varying responsibility by level.

Ideal candidates will perform daily machine inspections, sterilization duties, and assist with patient transport and intubation as needed. Competitive benefits and a hospital-first environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of anesthesia equipment, supplies, and safety procedures.
• Ability to manage inventory and stock levels for operating rooms.
• Strong communication and teamwork with anesthesia providers.

Responsibilities

• Inspect anesthesia machines and related devices daily for cleanliness and readiness.
• Decontaminate and sterilize equipment and devices after use.
• Assemble equipment and set up machines per protocol and patient needs.
• Procure, stock, and track anesthesia medications and supplies.
• Monitor stored medications and discard expired items properly.

Skills

Anesthesia equipment knowledge

Inventory control

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Job description

Position Title: Anesthesia Technician - Adult Anesthesiology Department: Adult Anesthesiology

Job Description:

This position may be filled as an Anesthesia Technologists Level 1, 2, or 3, depending on individual experience, certifications, education, and other qualifications.

Location:

University of Oklahoma Medical Center

Shift:

Full-time, M-W-F 6am-6:30pm

General Description:

The Anesthesia Technologist I assists anesthesiologists, nurse anesthetists, and other medical staff in the administration of anesthesia. They are responsible for preparing, maintaining, and monitoring the equipment and supplies used during procedures that require anesthesia.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the daily inspection of anesthesia machines, equipment, and devices to ensure cleanliness and operational readiness (i.e. fiberoptic bronchoscope, fluid warmers, anesthetic gas machine).
• Responsible for decontamination of anesthesia machines and sterilization of equipment and devices.
• Assembles anesthesia equipment and sets up machines according to established protocol and age appropriate criteria on scheduled cases.
• Aids in the procurement of equipment and supplies necessary for safe delivery and maintenance of anesthesia specific to the patient need.
• Orders and stocks anesthesia medications and supplies; maintain adequate records of receipt and issuance of supplies and equipment.
• Reviews stored medications and ensures expired medications are properly discarded.
• Maintains adequate level of volatile anesthesia gases.
• Properly stores and distributes medical cylinders.
• Provides charged transport monitors for all patients and assists with the safe transport of the patient.
• Observes and reports equipment malfunctions or unsafe environment to biomedical engineering.
• Duties may vary based on assigned area and may include patient transport, assistance with difficult intubations, and input on process improvement.

General Responsibilities:

Performs other duties as assigned.

Level I Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience:

• No experience required.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• Certified Anesthesia Technologist (Cer.A.T.T.) issued by the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians required with one year of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of anesthesia methods and procedures in the operating room as it relates to supplies and equipment.
• Knowledge of basic inventory control.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to maintain a good working relationship with coworkers and staff.

Level II Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience:

• 3 years of experience as an Anesthesia Technologist required.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• Certified Anesthesia Technologist (Cer.A.T.T.) issued by the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge in the acquisition, preparation, and application of various types of equipment required for the delivery of anesthesia care.
• Possesses advanced knowledge of anesthesia and psychomotor abilities necessary to assist licensed anesthesia providers in the full spectrum of anesthesia services—considering all physiological conditions.
• Highly proficient in anesthesia and able to use knowledge of surgical procedures, physiology, and pathophysiology to assist the anesthesia provider in the delivery of anesthesia.
• Consistently demonstrates a professional, supportive attitude.
• Demonstrates independent judgment, which is required for correct and rapid response to the ever-changing patient care environment.

Level III Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• Associate's Degree required.

Experience:

• 5 years of experience as an Anesthesia Technologist required.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• Certified Anesthesia Technologist (Cer.A.T.T.) issued by the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Expert knowledge in the acquisition, preparation, and application of various types of equipment required for the delivery of anesthesia care.
• Possesses expert knowledge of anesthesia and psychomotor abilities necessary to assist licensed anesthesia providers in the full spectrum of anesthesia services—considering all physiological conditions.
• Highly proficient in anesthesia and able to use knowledge of surgical procedures, physiology, and pathophysiology to assist the anesthesia provider in the delivery of anesthesia.
• Consistently demonstrates a professional, supportive attitude.
• Demonstrates independent judgment, which is required for correct and rapid response to the ever-changing patient care environment.

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more.

We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.

Company Background:

OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care.

OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community.

Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020.

OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings.

OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure.

OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals.

We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day.

We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer.

Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.