Anesthesia Technician I

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking an Anesthesia Technician to provide technical and operational support for surgical procedures.

You will ensure anesthesia equipment, carts, and supplies are available and functioning, assist in preparing the OR environment, and support safe anesthesia delivery. Responsibilities include verifying equipment readiness, replacing gas tanks, obtaining requested supplies, and assisting with pediatric and adult patient positioning as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of anesthesia equipment, monitors, and supplies used in surgical settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with the anesthesia team.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and adapt to changing circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Ensure anesthesia carts and machines are ready in each room before surgery and between procedures.
• Replace anesthesia gas tanks as needed.
• Retrieve requested anesthesia supplies for the administering clinician.
• Prepare equipment for hemodynamic monitoring.
• Ensure monitoring equipment and supplies are ready.
• Troubleshoot and ensure the anesthesia machine is ready for use.

Skills

Anesthesia equipment knowledge

Communication skills

Multitasking

Medical terminology

Patient positioning assistance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Medical record software

Job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

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Job Summary Summary:

Responsible for providing technical and operational assistance during surgical procedures and other medical interventions by ensuring the availability and proper functioning of anesthesia equipment and supplies, preparing and maintaining the operating room environment, and assisting in the delivery of safe and effective anesthesia care.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions:

• Ensure anesthesia carts are supplied, and machines are in each room prior to the beginning of the surgery schedule and between procedures.
• Checks and replaces anesthesia gas tanks as needed.
• Retrieve special anesthesia supplies that are anticipated and/or requested by the person administering the anesthetic before and during surgery.
• Prepares complex equipment and supplies for hemodynamic monitoring.
• Ensures monitoring equipment and supplies are ready.
• Ensures the anesthesia machine is ready for use, including troubleshooting and correcting problems.
• Performs daily anesthesia equipment inspections, including suction, electrical plugs, gas connections, oxygen, and nitrous oxide cylinders.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials:

Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Certified Anesthesia Technician [Cer.A.T] - American Society of Anesthesia Technicians/Technologists (ASATT) preferred

Experience: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of anesthesia equipment, monitors, and supplies commonly used in surgical and procedural settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with the anesthesia care team and other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Basic understanding of medical terminology, pharmacology, and patient monitoring techniques.
• Proficiency in using computerized systems and medical record software.
• Physical stamina and the ability to lift and move heavy equipment and assist in patient positioning, as required.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Schedule/Requirement: 6:30am- 3:00pm and require to work minimum four shifts per month plus one holiday per season.

Remote Type Onsite Work Location 45 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours 0

Employee Type Per Diem Work Shift Day (United States of America)

Pay Range $22.00 - $29.79/Hourly Grade 4

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