Anesthesia Technician Chief / SEIU - E I AGH

Highmark Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking an experienced Anesthesia Technician to assist CRNAs and anesthesiologists with patient preparation and invasive monitor setups. The role includes calibration of monitors, non-invasive monitoring, and ensuring sterile technique for procedures.

The position involves managing anesthesia supplies, coordinating staff in the workroom, and supporting turnaround between cases while maintaining HIPAA and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Anesthesia Tech program.
• ASATT Cer.A.T. or Cer.A.T.T. certification.
• 5 years of experience as an Anesthesia Technician.
• CPR – American Heart Association.
• Preferred leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Operates blood gas machines and performs blood gas analysis.
• Ensures proper identification and labeling of patient samples.
• Records results on forms and returns results to the OR promptly.
• Ensures supplies, equipment, and drugs are available for each anesthetic procedure.
• Inventories restocks anesthesia supplies across ORs and facilities.
• Directs the activities of anesthesia techs and aides in the workroom.

Education

Accredited Anesthesia Tech program

ASATT Cer.A.T. or Cer.A.T.T.

Job description

Company : Allegheny Health Network

Job Description : This position offers a sign on bonus for eligible new hires!

GENERAL OVERVIEW

This job assists the CRNAs or Anesthesiologists with patient preparation, including invasive procedures such as line placement and insertion of invasive monitors utilizing sterile/aseptic technique as required. Ensures that surgical cases are properly prepared, including airway, transducer, and TEE setups. Performs calibration of invasive monitors. Applies non-invasive monitors (i.e., EKG, blood pressure cuff, pulse oximetry, etc) under supervision.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates blood gas machines and performs blood gas analysis.
• Assures proper identification and labeling of patient samples.
• Records results on appropriate forms and returns the results promptly to the correct OR.
• Ensures supplies, equipment, and drugs are readily available for each anesthetic procedure.
• Inventories and restocks anesthesia supply levels in the Operating Suite, Obstetrical Suite, Off-Site Facilities and/or Ambulatory Surgery Center.
• Inventories and restocks Anesthesia Workroom as needed to ensure that the appropriate amount and type of supplies and drugs are readily available.
• Identifies premixed pharmaceutical solutions.
• Assists with the set‑up of infusion pumps when needed.
• Sets and adjusts par levels of supplies in collaboration with the Chief CRNA.
• Orders supplies from vendors in collaboration with the Chief CRNA.
• Prepares contaminated equipment for sterilization.
• Properly disposes of contaminated materials and equipment utilizing appropriate personal protection devices (i.e. gloves, gowns, eye protection) when necessary.
• Keeps Anesthesia Workroom neat and organized.
• Returns equipment and supplies to the appropriate location for storage following use.
• Assigns anesthesia techs and aides to clean and organize the anesthesia workroom and operating room storage areas (i.e. storage cabinets, pediatric closet).
• Directs the activities of the Anesthesia Techs and Anesthesia Aides in facilitating the operation of the Anesthesia Workroom.
• Develops the daily work assignments.
• Assists the Chief CRNA with the approval of the vacation and holiday schedule.
• Communicates employee issues to the Chief CRNA.
• Provides input to the Chief CRNA regarding performance of the anesthesia techs and aides.
• Assists clinical staff in preparation for delivery of anesthesia care.
• Locates and delivers equipment, supplies, monitoring devices or other items as requested.
• Assists with turnover of rooms by changing breathing circuits, masks, monitoring lines and filters; cleaning laryngoscope blades; and inspecting and replacing suction tubing between cases.
• Prepares transducer set up for procedures requiring invasive monitors.
• Prepares anesthesia areas within individual Operating Rooms by assembling appropriate anesthesia equipment and supplies for the first case of the following day.
• Assists with anesthesia set up in the GI Lab, BMT/ECT Suite, Radiology Department and other off site facilities.
• Coordinates, schedules, teaches and evaluates Anesthesia Technician students.
• Provides data entry for various staffing tools and hospital initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Graduate of an accredited Anesthesia Tech school or program
• ASATT Certified (Cer.A.T.) or Certified Anesthesia Technologist (Cer.A.T.T.)
• 5 years of experience as an Anesthesia Technician
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Preferred Previous Anesthesia Technician leadership experience

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies. As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Highmark Health is a national, blended health organization that includes one of America’s largest Blue Cross Blue Shield insurers and a growing regional hospital and physician network. Based in Pittsburgh, Pa., Highmark Health’s 35,000 employees serve millions of customers nationwide through the nonprofit organization’s affiliated businesses, which include Highmark Inc., Allegheny Health Network, HM Insurance Group, United Concordia Dental, HM Health Solutions and HM Home & Community Services. Highmark Health’s businesses proudly serve a broad spectrum of health-related needs including health insurance, health care delivery, population health management, dental solutions, reinsurance solutions, and innovative, technology solutions.