Anesthesia Technician

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description : 

GENERAL OVERVIEW

Assists anesthesia personnel with the preparation and insertion of specialized invasive monitoring equipment utilized during peri-operative procedures.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides technical support to anesthesia personnel during the preparation and insertion of specialized invasive monitoring equipment. (30%)
• Ensures that all anesthetizing locations are in a state of readiness. (30%)
• Maintain proper standards of cleanliness and organization of the Anesthesia workroom. (15%)
• Manages equipment, supplies, and medication according to established guidelines in order to maintain safe, efficient, and cost effective programs. (15%)
• Participates in hospital, division, and department activities.(10%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum

• Must meet one of the following qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of experience as an Anesthesia Technician or Emergency/Medical or related experience
  • Graduate from an accredited Anesthesia Tech school or program

Preferred

• ASATT Certified Anesthesia Technician (Cer.A.T.) or ASATT Certified Anesthesia Technologist (Cer.A.T.T.)

Additional Employment Requirements:

• CPR – American Heart Association

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