Anesthesia Technician

Kansas City, Kansas

The University of Kansas Hospital
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Position Title Anesthesia Technician - Full Time Days (9:00am - 7:30pm) Bell Hospital Position Summary / Career Interest: Under the direction of the Anesthesia Technician Manager, this position is responsible for the performance of quality customer care. In this support role the Technician will assist the anesthesiologist, perfusionist and OR staff members in patient care and support as ordered and prescribed by the attending surgeon, anesthesiologist or perfusionist. Responsibilities: Performs procedures, recording, analyzing and diagnosing various physiological monitoring functions, with the variety of devices, equipment or techniques. Facilitates processes to maintain successful inventory levels and cost-effective practice of supply management by team members; including supportive strategies for cost-containment Demonstrates abilities and competencies in performing procedures, recording, analyzing and diagnosing various physiological monitoring functions, with the following devices, equipment or techniques: Invasive monitoring devices; calibrate and troubleshoot Arterial line setup PA catheters setup and assist Cardiac Output monitors setup and assist ECG, attach and troubleshoot POC testing Autologous Blood Recovery System Directional Doppler Other equipment relevant to position Maintain Procedural Database Transport/ Monitor VAD patients during surgeries and procedures Assist perfusionist with assigned tasks Follow Infection Control Guidelines for maintaining, clean and use of non-disposable equipment and maintain timely changes of indwelling catheters and lines. Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department. Note: These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required. JOB REQUIREMENTS Required: High School Diploma or GED Preferred: Associates Degree One year Anesthesia Technician; or Perioperative or Procedural patient-facing clinical roles Must be available to work weekday hours during 8-week orientation before moving into the scheduled shift. Time Type: Job Requisition ID: R-31913 We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information. Need help finding the right job? We can recommend jobs specifically for you. Create a custom Job Alert by selecting criteria that suit your career interests.
Date Posted: 28 April 2024
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