Lead Anesthesia Technician

Methodist Health System, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare system as a Lead Anesthesia Technician. In this pivotal role, you'll oversee anesthesia supply management, ensure machinery is calibrated, and provide essential training to new technicians. You'll work closely with anesthesia professionals ensuring quality patient care in a dynamic hospital environment renowned for its excellence.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Comprehensive benefits package

Training and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Oversees supply acquisitions and anesthesia cart restocking.
• Trains and monitors new anesthesia technicians.
• Works with Biomed to ensure equipment is operational.

Responsibilities

• Manages scheduling for anesthesia techs and assures competencies.
• Orders and stocks anesthesia supplies for procedures.
• Monitors and assures cleaning of anesthesia equipment.

Skills

Risk Management

Equipment Calibration

Technical Training

Education

Associate Degree in medically related field or experience

B.S, B.A or Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy

Respiratory Therapist Certification

LVN license or Anesthesia Technician certification

Job description

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Lead Anesthesia Technician

Apply locations Dallas, Texas time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR1000027885

Hours of Work :

0600-1430

Days Of Week :

Mon-Fri

Work Shift :

8X5 Day (United States of America)

Job Description :

Your Job:

Oversees supply acquisitions, restocking anesthesia carts and areas. Working with Chief CRNA or Anesthesiologist, he/she assures competencies for anesthesia techs are current and complete. Assures anesthesia machines are set-up and calibrated for all anesthesia areas. Works with Biomed to assure equipment is functioning or loaner equipment is available. Provides orientation for new techs. Manages work schedule and call schedule of anesthesia techs. Also provides in services for anesthesia techs on new technology, equipment, and supplies. Provides Chief CRNA or Anesthesiologist with input for performance review of anesthesia techs.

Your Job Requirements:

• Associate Degree in medically related field, or five years of experience as an Anesthesia Tech
• B.S, B.A or Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy
• Respiratory Therapist Certification, LVN license, or Anesthesia Technician certification


Your Job Responsibilities

• Assists surgery and anesthesia departments in risk management activities and complies with safety standards.
• Assures terminal cleaning of anesthesia carts and equipment is completed at the end of each day.
• Educates anesthesia technicians in the calibrating of anesthesia machines and equipment checks. Holds them accountable for calibrations and equipment checks.
• Monitors anesthesia machines, set-ups, and supplies to assure set-ups are complete and supplies available for assigned procedures, rooms, or anesthetizing location.
• Orders anesthesia supplies, stocks workroom and assures all anesthesia areas are stocked.
• Oversees cleaning and restocking anesthesia carts and equipment after each use.
• Removes broken or malfunctioning equipment from service. Works with Biomed department to assure repairs are completed or loaner equipment is available.
• Communicates to appropriate personnel.
• Responds immediately to overhead pagers and beeper calls.
• Trains new anesthesia technicians and monitors performance. Retrains as required.
• Provides Chief CRNA or Anesthesiologist put for performance review.

Methodist Dallas Medical Center is one of North Texas’ best places to work. And it keeps getting better. The flagship hospital of Methodist Health System, Methodist Dallas is a 595-bed acute care teaching and referral hospital. It is home to the only adult Level I Trauma Center in southern Dallas, the first and only Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center in southern Dallas, and the newly renovated Linda and Mitch Hart Breast Center. Celebrating more than 90 years of service, we strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:

• Magnet-designated hospital
• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review, 2023
• Top 10 Military Friendly Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly Employer, 2023
• Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
• Liver, kidney, and pancreas transplantation programs

About Us

Methodist Health System is a faith-based organization with a mission to improve and save lives through compassionate, quality healthcare. For nearly a century, Dallas-based Methodist Health System has been a trusted choice for health and wellness. Named one of the fastest-growing health systems in America by Modern Healthcare, Methodist has a network of 12 hospitals (through ownership and affiliation) with nationally recognized medical services, such as a Level I Trauma Center, multi-organ transplantation, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care, neurosurgery, robotic surgical programs, oncology, gastroenterology, and orthopedics, among others. Methodist has more than two dozen clinics located throughout the region, renowned teaching programs, innovative research, and a strong commitment to the community. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:

• Magnet designations for Methodist Dallas, Methodist Charlton, Methodist Mansfield, and Methodist Richardson Medical Centers
• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review, 2023
• Top 10 Military Friendly Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly Employer, 2023