Anesthesia Tech 3

Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Plano
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

Location - Baylor Regional Medical Center (Plano,TX)

Unit/Dept - Anesthesia Services

Shift/Schedule - Monday thru Friday 630am - 300pm

JOB SUMMARY

The Anesthesia Technician 3 assists Anesthesiologists with complex procedures before, during, and after anesthesia procedures. Prepares, calibrates, verifies and troubleshoots proper working order of equipment prior to procedures. Cleans anesthesia equipment and work area. Stocks anesthesia supplies in Operating Rooms, and satellite anesthesia areas such as GI Lab and Radiology.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

Arranges drugs and basic sterile set-up of instrument table with supplies required for anesthesia procedures in Operating Rooms and satellite anesthesia areas.

Ensures anesthesia cart and supply cabinets contain adequate supplies for procedures.

Assists Anesthesiologist with inserting arterial catheter needles and brachial and internal jugular catheters; attaches to transducers and flushes with saline solution; obtains arterial blood gasses and assists in the analysis of blood gases.

Participates in the physiological monitoring of patients during procedures requiring anesthesia.

Cleans tables, equipment, and work area in Operating Rooms upon completion of each case as assigned.

Washes, dries, and prepares for sterilization all non-disposable anesthesia equipment such as laryngoscope, blades, oxygen masks, and humidifiers.

Checks equipment to ensure working order and report any issues to Biomedical Engineering.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

Advanced understanding of anesthesiology principles and practices, modalities, therapies, terminology, medications and equipment.

Skill in preparing operating room for required purposes.

Ability to react calmly in emergency situations.

Ability to clean and perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.

Must be able to communicate thoughts clearly; both verbally and in writing.

Interpersonal skills required to interact effectively with patients and staff.

Must be able to read, write and follow instructions and flow chart protocols.

General computer skills, including but not limited to: using required software applications, data entry, information security, electronic medical documentation, hand held scanning and email.

Certified Anesthesia Tech preferred.

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: -Grad of an Accredited Program

EXPERIENCE: -2 Years of Experience

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION: Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.

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