Anesthesia Technician I

AdventHealth; Dade City (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in DADE CITY, FL is seeking an Anesthesia Technician to support anesthesia providers during surgical procedures. You will assist with patient assessment, airway management, equipment setup, and readiness of monitoring devices.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, anesthesia tech training, and basic life support. You will ensure stock, troubleshoot equipment, and maintain a safe operating room environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Associate degree or technical/vocational training preferred.
• Completion of an Anesthesia Technology training program required.
• 1+ year experience as anesthesia tech preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist anesthesia providers with patient assessment and airway management.
• Maintain and troubleshoot anesthesia equipment.
• Ensure inventory of supplies remains in stock.
• Provide peri-operative support and assist with case preparations.
• Set up operating room and monitor equipment for procedures.

Skills

Communication

Healthcare concepts

Aseptic technique

English proficiency

MS Office

Dosage monitoring

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Technical/vocational training

Anesthesia technology training program

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

13100 FORT KING RD

City:

DADE CITY

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

33525

Job Description:

• Assists anesthesia providers with patient assessment, monitoring, transporting, positioning, insertion of intravenous and other invasive lines, and airway management.
• Maintains and troubleshoots anesthesia equipment malfunctions.
• Ensures necessary equipment and supply inventory remain in stock.
• Provides routine and emergency services for anesthesiologists.
• Assists with schedule preparations, including emergent and urgent surgical procedures involving anesthesia.
• Assists anesthesia professional staff with preparation and draping of patients for invasive monitoring/procedures and anticipates needs for invasive monitor insertion and procedures.
• Sets up operating room for cases, including preparation of laryngoscope, intubation equipment, IV solution, tubing set-up, and IV warming devices.
• Provides peri-operative technical support to the anesthesia professional staff for delivery of patient care.
• Assists with the procurement, assembly, and operation of specialized equipment such as humidification units, fiber optic endoscopic equipment, rapid infusion devices/blood warmers, patient warming devices, neuromuscular devices, infusion pumps, and syringes.
• Maintains and organizes the anesthesia environment, equipment, supplies, and personnel to facilitate department functions and ensure efficient flow of cases.
• Cleans and sets up anesthesia equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals [Required]
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry [Required]
• Knowledge and basic skills related to aseptic/ sterile technique and sterility of supplies [Required]
• Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English [Required]
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required]
• Ability to appropriately monitor dosages and use clinical equipment [Required]

Education:

• High School Grad or Equiv [Preferred]
• Associate [Preferred]
• Technical/Vocational School [Preferred]

Field of Study:

• Completion of an Anesthesia Technologytraining program[Required]

Work Experience:

• 1+ experience as an anesthesia tech [Preferred]

Additional Information:

• An equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of the stated degree requirement:
• Completion of an Anesthesia Technologytraining programOR
• 1+ year experience as an anesthesia tech

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Anesthesia Technician Certification (AT)[Preferred] OR
• Certified Anesthesia Technologist (Cer. A.T.T.)[Preferred]

Physical Requirements:

Pay Range:

$17.28 - $27.65

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.