Anesthesia Technician Chief / SEIU - E I AGH

highmarkhealth; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health is seeking an experienced Anesthesia Technician to support CRNAs and anesthesiologists in patient preparation and equipment setup across operating rooms and off-site facilities. The role emphasizes sterile technique, monitor setup, and readiness of supplies for each case.

The position requires graduate-level credentials in anesthesia technology, CPR certification, and at least five years of hands-on experience in anesthesia support roles.

Qualifications

• CPR certification (AHA) required.
• Graduate of an accredited Anesthesia Tech school or program.
• Experience: 5 years as an Anesthesia Technician.

Responsibilities

• Operate blood gas machines and perform blood gas analysis.
• Ensure proper identification and labeling of patient samples.
• Inventory and restock anesthesia supplies and drugs across ORs and related facilities.
• Direct anesthesia technicians and aides in the workroom and storage areas.
• Prepare transducer setups and anesthesia areas for procedures.
• Assist with turnover of rooms and setup in multiple departments.

Skills

CPR (AHA)

Education

Accredited Anesthesia Technician program

Job description

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

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

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 discrimina