Anesthesia Technologist - Anesthesia Services (2pm-10:30pm)
Company: The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Location: Houston
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description:
SUMMARY The primary purpose of the Anesthesia Technologist
position is to assist the licensed anesthesia providers in the
acquisition, preparation and application of the equipment and
supplies required for the administration of anesthesia. Anesthesia
Technologist opportunity in Anesthesia Services department. The
ideal candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent,
three years of Anesthesia Technician experience, and be a certified
Anesthesia Technologist by the American Association of Anesthesia
Technologists and Technicians (ASATT). Work week - Monday - Friday
with rotating weekends and holiday call Shift: 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm
KEY FUNCTIONS Clinical (direct patient care) Provide technical
support for the delivery of anesthesia care in the OR and off- site
areas under the immediate direction of the anesthesiologist or
CRNA. Conduct face-to face interaction with anesthesia providers
prior to case starts. Provide support to anesthesia faculty and
staff by obtaining needed supplies, drugs or equipment for the
delivery of cancer care in the OR and off- site areas Set up
intravenous fluids, gas cylinders, arterial monitors, blood and
fluid warmers, and humidifiers using aseptic techniques. Set up or
assist with set up of anesthesia machines and suction equipment for
each procedure Readily available in assigned areas (stay available
in POD), responding to staff pages in a timely manner Maintain
operating rooms by cleaning, assembling and restocking anesthesia
equipment and supplies. Disposes of appropriate items and ensure
all items are replaced and in appropriate location. Restocks carts
and supplies daily prior to shift end Inspects work areas at the
end of each shift ensuring compliance and releasing shifts
appropriately. Coordinates shift to shift hand off. (sign off
face-to-face) Perform other work duties as requested Knowledge of
the set-up, operation and troubleshooting of anesthesia delivery
systems, monitors, and ancillary devices. Equipment and Supply
Management Determines clinician set-up needs prior to cases, ensure
equipment and supplies are ready for cases Completes supply room
inventory and restocking as needed. Knowledgeable of all
guidelines, policies and safety requirements as determined by
regulatory and standard setting agencies or organizations. Performs
daily inspections of equipment and supplies on the anesthesia
specialty carts Surgery Coordination and Training Coordinate and
administer the day-to-day scheduling of anesthesia technicians
Assist supervisors with performing daily inspections or audits of
equipment and anesthesia carts. Assist with equipment
troubleshooting and minor equipment repairs. Coordinate with Biomed
Preceptor for student/trainee rotations and new employee
orientation; provides formal evaluation of their progress and
competencies. Ensures rooms are appropriately turned over and ready
in a timely manner; monitors daily duties to ensure completion.
Ensure reports and logs are completed daily to supervisors Resource
for the staff technicians (questions and solving problems). Serves
as a liaison between anesthesia providers and anesthesia
supervisors EDUCATION Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred: Associates Degree in Anesthesia Technology EXPERIENCE
Required: Three years of Anesthesia Technician experience; with
preferred degree no experience is required. Preferred: Two years of
Anesthesia Technician experience with Associates Degree in
Anesthesia Technology. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: Required: Certified
Anesthesia Technologist by the American Association of Anesthesia
Technologists and Technicians (ASATT). Basic Life Support (BLS)
certification. Preferred Certification: None It is the policy of
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal
employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion,
age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender
identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic
information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy
or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is
required by law. Additional Information Requisition ID: 144908
Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular FLSA:
non-exempt, eligible for overtime, and is subject to the provisions
of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Work Week: Day/Evening Fund
Type: Hard Pivotal Position: No Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD)
44,000 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 55,000 Maximum Salary : US
Dollar (USD) 66,000 Science Jobs: No
Keywords: The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston , Anesthesia Technologist - Anesthesia Services (2pm-10:30pm), Other , Houston, Texas
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