Anesthesia Technician I- Full Time-Variable at Cape Fear Valley Health

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Anesthesia equipment maintenance, Sterilization, Inventory management, Patient transport, Clerical support, Medication order preparation, Operating room assistance, Equipment disinfection, IV line setup, Pressure monitoring, Clinical engineering communication, Room turnover, Record keeping, Supply restocking

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Facility Cape Fear Valley Medical Center Location Fayetteville, North Carolina Department Anesthesia Job Family Nursing Work Shift Variable (United States of America) Summary Maintain anesthesia supplies and equipment in cleaning and working condition. Ensure proper inventory of supplies and location of equipment per physician or CRNA request. Provide aid to anesthesiologists or anesthetists prior to and during anesthetic administration. Major Job Functions The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time: Clean and disinfect anesthesia carts, machines, equipment and reusable supplies Assist in liaison between physicians, CRNAs, PACU and operating room staffs Assist with office coverage, answering phone and performing some clerical functions Prepare medication orders for Pharmacy and restock shelves Enter patient charges utilizing BCX system Assist with patient transport as needed Prepare breathing circuits, IV fluid warmers, and other equipment prior to each case and assists with room turnover between cases Perform assigned maintenance checks on anesthesia machines, analyzers, and other equipment per schedule Communicate with Clinical Engineering regarding need for and scheduling of repair of anesthesia equipment Assist in maintenance of equipment files/records by providing documents and information to the Patient Care Manager regarding service visits Set up IV lines, oximetric catheters, special solutions, and transducers for pressure monitoring prior to case, as appropriate Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job: Education and Formal Training: High school diploma or equivalent required Work Experience: 1 year CSS or nursing assistant experience preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: Preference for routine organized activities, which deal with objects to be cleaned, stored, and maintained Ability to work under close supervision and among several other staff levels Physical Requirements: Ability to cover "call" and 1st and 2nd shift coverage Minimal direct contact with patients Majority of interactions (patients and guests) are with adults Works inside, walking and standing most of the day Ability to reach, lift, and carry supplies and equipment Manual dexterity and motor coordination required Near visual acuity May be subject to skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material Required Licenses and Certifications Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity For exceptional healthcare come to Cape Fear Valley Health where caring employees are committed to integrity, patient-centeredness and excellence throughout the entire healthcare process. At Cape Fear Valley Health, our goal is to improve the quality of every life we touch. Our diverse team of doctors, nurses and staff work together to create a better experience for every patient, every time. Cape Fear Valley is a 950-bed, 8-hospital regional health system, the 8th largest in North Carolina, with more than 1 million inpatient and outpatients annually. A private not-for-profit organization with over 7,000 employees and 850 physicians. Our employees and physicians proudly serve a seven-county region of southeastern North Carolina, including Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Hope Mills, Raeford, Lumberton, Elizabethtown, Clinton, Lillington, Dunn and beyond. Our medical facilities include Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Highsmith-Rainey Specialty Hospital, Cape Fear Valley Rehabilitation Center, Behavioral Health Care, Bladen County Hospital, Hoke Hospital, Central Harnett Hospital, Betsy Johnson Hospital, as well as more than 60 medical offices and specialty care clinics spread throughout the Cape Fear region.

Responsibilities

The Anesthesia Technician maintains and disinfects anesthesia equipment and supplies while providing direct assistance to anesthesiologists during procedures. They also manage inventory, assist with patient transport, and ensure operating rooms are prepared for cases.