Anesthesia Technician (Full Time, Days)

Miami Children’s Hospital; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami Children’s Hospital is seeking an Anesthesia Technician to assist with patient care during surgical procedures and ensure equipment functionality. Responsibilities include ordering medical supplies, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting the Anesthesia team in multiple tasks.

The ideal candidate should possess CPR certification and have experience in a clinical setting, preferably as an Anesthesia Technician. The position is critical in providing safe and effective surgical care.

Qualifications

• CPR certification required.
• Two years of clinical Anesthesia Technician experience preferred.
• Certification from the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians preferred.
• EMT license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately orders and stocks medication in the anesthesia carts.
• Assist with patient care activities under the direction of Anesthesiologists.
• Clears, maintains, and checks all equipment according to guidelines.
• Engages in teaching others in the department.
• Maintains and records inventory and orders for supplies.
• Participates in department QA/QI program.

Skills

CPR - American Heart Association BLS

Clinical Anesthesia Technician experience

EMT license

Education

High School education or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Works under the direction of the Directors Surgical Services and Chief of Anesthesia to provide care to patients undergoing surgical intervention and to support the Anesthesiologist involved. Prepares for the procedures, providing supplies and assistance during the procedure and for post procedure clean up. Responsible for providing cost effective supply ordering.

Job Specific Duties

• Accurately orders and stocks medication in the anesthesia carts. Responsible for periodic inspections for medication outdates prior to expiration.
• Assist with patient care activities under the direction of the Anesthesiologists and RN Circulator.
• Clears, maintains, and safety checks all equipment accordingly to Infection Control and manufacture guidelines.
• Responsible for knowledge of universal precautions in dealing with patients and equipment.
• Engages in teaching others in specifics of their department.
• Maintains and records inventory, ordering, receiving, and storing equipment and supplies.
• Maintains anesthesia supply room and OR's for cleanliness and neatness.
• Maintains collaboration with OR Supply Coordinator and Material Services to coordinate purchases.
• Participates, monitors, and documents in department QA/QI program.

Qualifications

• CPR - American Heart Association BLS

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High School education or equivalent preferred.
• Two years of clinical Anesthesia Technician experience preferred.
• Certification from American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians preferred.
• EMT license preferred.