Anesthesia Technician - Operating Room FT 1st shift

Department:

37713 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Anesthesiology

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Orientation: Mon-Friday 0700-1530 x 3 weeks, 1100-1930 x 2 weeks, 1500-2330 x1 week.

Major Responsibilities:

• Participates in the preparation of the OR suite for admission of patients, under the supervision of the Anesthesia Nurse Coordinator or anesthesiologist or designee.
  •     1)Sets up anesthesia equipment/supplies prior to patient admission to the Surgical Suite (replaces circuit, arranges top on anesthesia cart in orderly manner, restocks supplies).
  •     2)Assists with attaching patient to required non-invasive monitors - SpO2, B/P, EKG, etc.
  •     3)Assists anesthesiologist with the insertion of invasive lines, arterial, CVP.
  •     4)Assists anesthesiologist with intubation.
  •     5)Assists in meeting special needs for various age groups of patients.
• Responsible for maintaining adequate supplies, equipment needed for the care of the anesthesia patient:
  •     1)provides supplies/equipment to each anesthesia area - MOR, OB, ASC and elsewhere as needed.
  •     2)maintains a clean environment.
  •     3)assists in emergency situations.
  •     4)assists in maintaining adequate stock levels
  •     5)assists with monitoring supply usage to decrease waste
  •     6)checks and cleans laryngeal blades and handles
  •     7)prepares IV tubing for insertion
  •     8)prepares blood warmers for use
  •     9)prepares arterial line tubing for insertion
  •     10)follows procedures regarding use of Autoclave and Steris demonstrates awareness of sterile field when in an OR suite
• Patient care support functions:
  •     1)maintains patient confidentiality at all times
  •     2)follows the policies and procedures of infection control by demonstrating knowledge of sterile and aseptic techniques
  •     3)follows procedure for proper disposal of contaminated materials
• Maintains professional growth and self development:
  •     1)accepts team responsibilities as assigned
  •     2)completes assignments/projects
  •     3)maintains own education records, timecards
  •     4)attends mandatory inservices
  •     5)maintains competencies
• Responsible for collaborating with health care team to provide for a cooperative work environment:
  •     1)shares knowledge in a supportive/educational manner
  •     2)acts as a preceptor to other anesthesia techs
  •     3)assists in maintaining goals of the department
  •     4)maintains a working relationship with peers
  •     5)communicates with patient, physicians, and other members of the health care team in a positive and respectful manner
  •     6)complies with hospital/department policies/procedures.

Education/Experience Required:

• high school diploma or equivalent six months - one year experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Good Communication Skills courteous and professional interpersonal skills.
• N/A

Physicial Requirements and Working Conditions:

• ability to work in fast paced enviroment with established time constraints may be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases ability to recognize needs of specific patient age groups Ability to perform heavy lifting (lifting 50 to 100 pounds occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds frequently and/or lifting 10 to 20 pounds constantly.) ability to work designated shifts, including weekends and holidays
• 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 pat