Coordinator - Anesthesia

Advocate Aurora Health; Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Barrington, IL seeks a hospital support professional to coordinate the anesthesia department and assist anesthesiologists with scheduling, patient pre-op coordination, and supply management.

The role requires a high school diploma, 3–4 years hospital experience, basic computer skills, and CPR certification. You will screen calls, maintain stock par levels, and support the care team during induction and operative procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 3-4 years hospital experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily assignments for the Anesthesiology Department.
• Assist in preparing on-call schedules for anesthesiologists.
• Maintain par levels of stock for drugs/supplies from Pharmacy or vendors.
• Screen anesthesia department phone calls and direct inquiries as needed.
• Coordinate pre-operative evaluation and scheduling for procedures (ECTs, Cardioversions, Pain Management, Endoscopy, Radiology, Cath Lab, MRIs).
• Schedule anesthesiologists for procedures and events.
• Coordinate vendor maintenance and product evaluations with anesthesia staff.
• Perform administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer skills

CPR certified

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Hours:

Full Time - Primary Shift is 6:00 am to 2:00 pm BUT must be able to work other shifts to cover for PTO coverage.

Education/Experience Required:

High school graduate

3 - 4 years hospital experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

Basic computer skills

CPR certified

Major Responsibilities:

Coordination of Anesthesia Department is provided.

• 1)Assists the Department of Chairman with organizing daily assignments of the Anesthesiologists.
• 2)Assists the Department Chairman with the preparation of the on call schedule for the Anesthesiologists.
• 3)Plans and maintains appropriate par levels of stock for drugs/supplies from Pharmacy, Distribution or outside vendor.
• 4)Phone calls through the Anesthesia Department are screened. Prioritizes and directs all phone communications to Anesthesiologists when necessary, but also directs calls not needing M.D. attention such as: - Patient billing inquiries - Physician requests - Internal customer requests or inquiries
• 5)Anesthesiologist’s pre-operative evaluation of scheduled surgical patients is coordinated and assigned.
• 6)Assists in scheduling Anesthesiologists for ECTs, Cardioversions, Pain Management, Endoscopy, Radiology, Cath Lab and MRI's.
• 7)Coordinates quarterly preventative maintenance checks with service personnel.
• 8)Meets with vendors to schedule and coordinate evaluation process for new products reviewed by Anesthesiologists.
• 9)Administrative duties as assigned.

Anesthesiologist and RN are assisted with their immediate needs during beginning phase of anesthetic delivery to patient.

• 1)Responds to anesthesia needs during induction period for routine and emergency supply requests.
• 2)Assists nursing staff with prep/positioning/establishing comfort level of patient.
• 3)Assists nursing staff by aseptically opening sterile supplies.
• 4)Maintains patient confidentiality in all unit related activities and records.
• 5)Sets up all peripheral infusion lines along with monitoring/blood transfusion lines.
• 6)Assists Anesthesiologist in delivery of patient care. For example: - Arterial line starts - Central line starts - IV starts - Epidural and spinal anesthetics - Intubation and delivery of blood products

Maintains supplies and equipment for the care of the anesthesia patient.

• 1)Prepares anesthesia machines/ventilators for readiness by providing breathing circuits and accessories.
• 2)Determines supplies specifically required for procedure related to age of patient, acuity of case and Anesthesiologist preference.
• 3)Maintains Anesthesiologists supply carts with par levels of drugs/supplies.
• 4)Maintains anesthesia workroom with drugs and supplies.
• 5)Responsible for moving anesthesia equipment and supplies to other departments when needed, such as Radiology, Endoscopy Lab, and OB.

Environmental Care Procedures:

• 1)Cleans anesthesia machines, carts, and equipment.
• 2)Cleans/disinfects/prepares for sterilization of all reusable supplies.
• 3)Maintain preventative maintenance records on anesthesia related equipment.
• 4)Trouble shoots all anesthesia equipment problems. For example: - Anesthesia machines - NIBP monitor - ECG monitor - CO2 monitor - Pulse oximeter Schedules service representatives for immediate repair when necessary.
• 5)Takes sole responsibility and accountability for anesthesia inventory and also participates in yearly Operating Room inventory.
• 6)Assists Pharmacy in checking of outdates on medications and supplies.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Ability to recognize the needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients treated, i.e., understand child development, normal patterns of adolescent behavior and look for signs of normal aging; prior experience with various age groups is preferred.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with established time constraints. Ability to work in demanding situations.

Ability to lift/move and transfer patients.

Ability to perform heavy to very heavy lifting: Lifting up to 100 pounds occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds frequently and/or in excess of 20 pounds constantly.

May be exposed to hazardous materials and life threatening diseases.

Ability to transport heavy objects from one location to another.

On call as needed.

If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.