Anesthesia Technician I

MUSC Health; North Charleston (SC); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) seeks an Anesthesia Technician I to assist in preparing and maintaining patient monitoring devices and anesthesia delivery systems. This position supports operating rooms and NORA sites, stocks supplies, and transports patients as needed.

Under supervision, you will work with anesthesia providers in a fast-paced acute care setting, prioritizing actions and communicating effectively to ensure patient safety and efficient procedures.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent; one year of direct patient care in healthcare or related experience.
• Anesthesia technician experience preferred and BLS certification mandatory.
• Compliance with MUHA policies and ongoing competencies required.

Responsabilidades

• Assist licensed anesthesia providers with preparation and maintenance of monitoring devices and anesthesia delivery systems.
• Stock supplies for operating rooms and NORA sites and prepare equipment for administration of anesthesia.
• Transport patients to and from critical areas and respond to care areas outside the OR.

Conocimientos

Direct patient care experience

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree

Descripción del empleo

Job Description Summary

The Anesthesia Technician I (ATI) reports to the Anesthesia Technician Supervisor. Under limited supervision, the Anesthesia Technician I assist licensed anesthesia providers in the preparation and maintenance of patient monitoring devices and Anesthesia delivery systems. The ATI assists in the acquisition, preparation, assembly, including the routine stocking of supplies to operating rooms and NORA sites, and application of the equipment and supplies required for the administration of anesthesia. The ATI assists in the transport of patients to and from critical areas of the hospital. The ATI responds to areas of care outside of the operating room. This role performs a variety of technical and supportive patient care tasks to assist anesthesia providers in performing anesthetic procedures for diverse patient populations. The ATI functions in an acute care environment requiring effective communication and ability to prioritize actions.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000262 CHS - Anesthesia - Children's Ambulatory Center (Offsite)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-22

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Description

The Anesthesia Technician I (ATI) reports to the Anesthesia Technician Supervisor. Under limited supervision, the Anesthesia Technician I assist licensed anesthesia providers in the preparation and maintenance of patient monitoring devices and Anesthesia delivery systems. The ATI assists in the acquisition, preparation, assembly, including the routine stocking of supplies to operating rooms and NORA sites, and application of the equipment and supplies required for the administration of anesthesia. The ATI assists in the transport of patients to and from critical areas of the hospital. The ATI responds to areas of care outside of the operating room. This role performs a variety of technical and supportive patient care tasks to assist anesthesia providers in performing anesthetic procedures for diverse patient populations. The ATI functions in an acute care environment requiring effective communication and ability to prioritize actions.

Additional Job Description

High school diploma or equivalent. One year of direct patient care experience, in a healthcare facility; or supply experience in a healthcare setting or work experience with medical equipment/supplies; or college coursework in biology, physiology, anatomy or related scientific field; or an Associate degree; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Anesthesia technician experience preferred. Compliance in maintaining BLS and any other annual competencies is mandatory. Failure to abide by MUHA policies are subject to disciplinary action, including termination. Basic Life Support required within 2 weeks of hire. Thereafter, must maintain a Current Basic Life Support (BLS), either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent).

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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