Anesthesia Technician

at  RWJBarnabas Health

Req #: 0000174097
Category: Surgical Tech
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Day
Facility: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
Department: Anesthesiology

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Graduated from an accredited program in Anesthesia Technology, or a suitable combination of education and 2 years of experience.
• Maintenance of BLS Healthcare Provider Course completion status required.
• Successful completion of all orientation and departmental programs, and competencies with documentation required.
• Additional experience/training may be required based on departmental specific needs. Additional certifications may be required

Preferred:

SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS (NON-EXEMPT POSITIONS):

• 8:00 5:00
• Days
• Per Diem

• The anesthesia technician will coordinate and provide technical support to the providers of anesthesia in the operating room.
• Assist with the educational development of learners within the anesthesia department.
• Assist with patient care, and maintain and ensure availability of supplies and equipment.
• Anticipates the anesthesia providers needs when a case deviates from the normal and is able to provide a smooth transition.
• Maintains and cleans equipment including cleaning and disinfection of TEE probes.
• Maintains and cleans anesthesia machines. Prepares and calibrates anesthesia machines prior to start of surgery.
• Stocks anesthesia carts and orders supplies as indicated.
• Assists the anesthesia provider during patient induction and intubation.