DESCRIPTION

This position is responsible for assisting the Anesthesiologist in all departments and with all anesthesia procedures, including expediting patient flow through the perioperative area, maintaining patient safety, developing and maintaining external (patient, surgeon) and internal (Anesthesiologist, staff) customer satisfaction. Responsible for set up, operation and some maintenance of specialized equipment, including life support. This position also assists the Anesthesiologist with evaluation and monitoring of the patients during the perioperative phase. Assists in sterile or isolation areas. Participates in “call” rotation at night, on weekends, and holidays. Anesthesia Technicians must be ready to participate in call schedule in 6 months or less.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Swedish Edmonds and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Coursework/Training: Secondary education in a medical or science based discipline.
• Within 90 days of hire: Washington Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Certification.
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Coursework/Training: Graduate of an accredited program i.e. EMT, Paramedic, RT, or Anesthesia Technology (AT) program.
• Upon hire: ACLS Provider - American Heart Association
• Upon hire: PALS Provider - American Heart Association
• Upon hire: Anesthesia Technician certification (ASATT)
• 1 year experience working in a similar capacity in an Anesthesia Department in a tertiary healthcare facility.

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