Anesthesia Tech

Ohio County Healthcare•Hartford, KY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Anesthesia Tech job description reflects the general details considered necessary to fulfill the essential job functions and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements inherent in this position. Other specific job-related knowledge and skills may be required. MISSION STATEMENT: To assist the Operating Room anesthesia staff in providing quality nursing service to the patients/customers of Ohio County Healthcare, holistically addressing physical, educational, mental, emotional, cultural, social and spiritual needs by utilizing the nursing process. PURPOSE OF JOB: The anesthesia Tech will assist the anesthesia team before, during and following patient procedures in various operating rooms. This position works collaboratively with Anesthesia, Nursing staff, and off-site resources. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: High stress environment, exposure to blood , body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation and repetitive motion. Could come in contact with sharp instruments. Lifting may be required ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Participates as assistant to Anesthesia for procedures in the Operating Room including Inpatient and PACU. Performs all procedures according to established policies and procedures of OCH and adheres to legal compliance policies and other regulatory issues. Frequently access e-mail to stay up to date on new information within the organization and provides a way of communication between the staff.bew Preoperative Ensure anesthesia carts are supplied and machines are in each room prior to the beginning of the surgery schedule and between procedures Checks and replaces anesthesia gas tanks as needed Retrieve special anesthesia supplies that are anticipated and/or requested by the person administering the anesthetic before and during surgery Prepares complex equipment and supplies for hemodynamic monitoring. This may vary based on location and may include peripheral arterial and pulmonary artery catheter+ transducers, EKG, pulse oximeter and nerve stimulators. Ensures monitoring equipment and supplies are ready Ensures the anesthesia machine is ready for use including troubleshooting and correcting problems. May perform daily anesthesia equipment inspections including suction, electrical plugs, gas connections, oxygen and nitrous oxide cylinders. May assist in positioning patients for procedures. May obtain necessary medications under the direction of anesthesia personnel from Omnicell. Intraoperative: Assist in dressing and securing IV’s and Arterial lines Assist Anesthesia during intubation and extubating procedures as directed and under the supervision of the anesthesia personnel Restock all used supplies as needed during surgery Dispose of contaminated materials and disinfect equipment in accordance with general operating policies and procedures and manufacturers' recommendations concerning biohazardous waste Maintain awareness of physiological parameters and baselines of patients during surgery Postoperative Clean anesthesia equipment in the operating room and outside locations following each procedure following g cleaning policies and procedures an manufacturer recommendations. Clean, maintain and package used anesthesia materials and equipment Inventories and orders anesthesia supplies Run errands as requested by anesthesiologist/CRNA/Charge nurse/other team members as appropriate to facilitate the preparation and conduct of anesthesia. Perform additional duties as requested by other team members Assist with turnovers Trouble shoot broken equipment and fix as directed by biomedical staff Maintains and continues professional self-development and exhibits positive human relations. Accepts supervision. Seeks guidance/assistance as needed and accepts supervisory feedback non-defensively. Demonstrates a cooperative attitude in interactions with others. Tactful – maintains composure and is diplomatic in all situations. Treat all hospital associates, patients, and visitors with courtesy and respect. Exhibits caring attitude toward co-workers. Shows enthusiasm for the job and supports the hospital’s purpose, vision, values and objectives. Uses time effectively and sets appropriate priorities. Adheres to lines of authority and uses proper channels for communication. Frequently accesses email to stay up to date on information within the organization and provides a way of communication between staff members. Cooperates with staffing needs; assists in covering open shifts when needed. Maintains skills as evidenced by competency testing and ongoing performance as observed by supervisory staff. Has a desire to learn new skills/information relating to job duties. Shows evidence of prompt and thorough response in handling correspondence, reports and special projects as assigned. Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment. Takes necessary safety precautions. Report any faulty equipment, infection or safety hazards to appropriate personnel and understand completion of event report. Uses equipment and supplies in safe, efficient manner. Charge capture methods utilized according to the established process. Knows and responds appropriately to all emergency codes. Reports to assigned area during emergency event and carries out assigned functions in timely manner. Knows and utilizes proper body mechanics. Accountable for ensuring patient/staff safety during the course of performing duties. Makes appropriate request for supplies or equipment needed. Upholds standards of practice and code of ethics for all age groups. Adheres to code of ethics, standards of practice, legal compliance policies and other regulatory policies. Performs all assigned procedures according to established policies and procedures of OCH. Recognizes and supports patient rights. Maintains confidentiality in all hospital matters. Adheres to HIPAA policies. Adheres to bloodborne pathogens and infection control/prevention policies including the exposure control plan and employee health protocols. Follows and upholds hospital personnel policies. Committed to continuous performance improvement/quality improvement and actively participates and supports the organization’s improvement efforts. Actively participates in the review and revision of policies and procedures as well as in the development of new policies. Dress and grooming reflect pride in self and the hospital. Adheres to the departmental as well as hospital-wide dress code. Courteous friendly and helpful to new employees, students and personnel from other areas. Explains work accurately, clearly and according to established policy and procedure. Maintains BLS, ACLS and PALS provider status as applicable to position. Maintains required hours for licensure. Attends staff meetings 80% per year. Attends mandatory education offerings including annual hospital education. Attends 50% of in-services per year. Dependable and reliable in attendance and punctuality. Perfect attendance – exceeds standard. Absent 1-5 occurrences – meets requirement. Absent 6 or more occurrences – needs improvement, does not meet standard

Requirements

High School or GED (May be allowed to sign a GED agreement to obtain within 6-months)
BLS or obtain within 6 months
Basic Keyboarding
Proficient in sterilization, maintenance, packing, and resupplying of the most complex anesthesia supplies and equipment in the OR

Nice To Haves

Experience in OR and previous experience as Anesthesia Tech of 6 months preferred

Responsibilities

Participates as assistant to Anesthesia for procedures in the Operating Room including Inpatient and PACU.
Performs all procedures according to established policies and procedures of OCH and adheres to legal compliance policies and other regulatory issues.
Frequently access e-mail to stay up to date on new information within the organization and provides a way of communication between the staff.
Ensure anesthesia carts are supplied and machines are in each room prior to the beginning of the surgery schedule and between procedures
Checks and replaces anesthesia gas tanks as needed
Retrieve special anesthesia supplies that are anticipated and/or requested by the person administering the anesthetic before and during surgery
Prepares complex equipment and supplies for hemodynamic monitoring.
Ensures monitoring equipment and supplies are ready
Ensures the anesthesia machine is ready for use including troubleshooting and correcting problems.
May perform daily anesthesia equipment inspections including suction, electrical plugs, gas connections, oxygen and nitrous oxide cylinders.
May assist in positioning patients for procedures.
May obtain necessary medications under the direction of anesthesia personnel from Omnicell.
Assist in dressing and securing IV’s and Arterial lines
Assist Anesthesia during intubation and extubating procedures as directed and under the supervision of the anesthesia personnel
Restock all used supplies as needed during surgery
Dispose of contaminated materials and disinfect equipment in accordance with general operating policies and procedures and manufacturers' recommendations concerning biohazardous waste
Maintain awareness of physiological parameters and baselines of patients during surgery
Clean anesthesia equipment in the operating room and outside locations following each procedure following g cleaning policies and procedures an manufacturer recommendations.
Clean, maintain and package used anesthesia materials and equipment
Inventories and orders anesthesia supplies
Run errands as requested by anesthesiologist/CRNA/Charge nurse/other team members as appropriate to facilitate the preparation and conduct of anesthesia.
Perform additional duties as requested by other team members
Assist with turnovers
Trouble shoot broken equipment and fix as directed by biomedical staff
Maintains and continues professional self-development and exhibits positive human relations.
Accepts supervision.
Seeks guidance/assistance as needed and accepts supervisory feedback non-defensively.
Demonstrates a cooperative attitude in interactions with others.
Tactful – maintains composure and is diplomatic in all situations.
Treat all hospital associates, patients, and visitors with courtesy and respect.
Exhibits caring attitude toward co-workers.
Shows enthusiasm for the job and supports the hospital’s purpose, vision, values and objectives.
Uses time effectively and sets appropriate priorities.
Adheres to lines of authority and uses proper channels for communication.
Frequently accesses email to stay up to date on information within the organization and provides a way of communication between staff members.
Cooperates with staffing needs; assists in covering open shifts when needed.
Maintains skills as evidenced by competency testing and ongoing performance as observed by supervisory staff.
Has a desire to learn new skills/information relating to job duties.
Shows evidence of prompt and thorough response in handling correspondence, reports and special projects as assigned.
Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment.
Takes necessary safety precautions.
Report any faulty equipment, infection or safety hazards to appropriate personnel and understand completion of event report.
Uses equipment and supplies in safe, efficient manner.
Charge capture methods utilized according to the established process.
Knows and responds appropriately to all emergency codes.
Reports to assigned area during emergency event and carries out assigned functions in timely manner.
Knows and utilizes proper body mechanics.
Accountable for ensuring patient/staff safety during the course of performing duties.
Makes appropriate request for supplies or equipment needed.
Upholds standards of practice and code of ethics for all age groups.
Adheres to code of ethics, standards of practice, legal compliance policies and other regulatory policies.
Performs all assigned procedures according to established policies and procedures of OCH.
Recognizes and supports patient rights.
Maintains confidentiality in all hospital matters.
Adheres to HIPAA policies.
Adheres to bloodborne pathogens and infection control/prevention policies including the exposure control plan and employee health protocols.
Follows and upholds hospital personnel policies.
Committed to continuous performance improvement/quality improvement and actively participates and supports the organization’s improvement efforts.
Actively participates in the review and revision of policies and procedures as well as in the development of new policies.
Dress and grooming reflect pride in self and the hospital.
Adheres to the departmental as well as hospital-wide dress code.
Courteous friendly and helpful to new employees, students and personnel from other areas.
Explains work accurately, clearly and according to established policy and procedure.
Maintains BLS, ACLS and PALS provider status as applicable to position.
Maintains required hours for licensure.
Attends staff meetings 80% per year.
Attends mandatory education offerings including annual hospital education.
Attends 50% of in-services per year.
Dependable and reliable in attendance and punctuality.
Perfect attendance – exceeds standard.
Absent 1-5 occurrences – meets requirement.
Absent 6 or more occurrences – needs improvement, does not meet standard