Anesthesia Technician
U.S. Urology Partners
Anesthesia Technician
U.S. Urology Partners
Supports independent urology practices with resources
1. Gathers needed supplies, instrumentation, and equipment in advance of the surgical schedule.
2. Reports missing supplies or malfunctioning equipment to RN.
3. Anticipates the anesthesia teams’ needs and secures items ahead of time.
4. Assists in the transfer of the patient at the conclusion of the case.
5. Responsible for initial decontamination of reusable anesthesia items at the conclusion each case, prior to items leaving the operating room.
6. Cleans the Anesthesia work area with appropriate disinfecting agents. Assist with OR cleaning to expedite turn over.
7. Disposes of sharps and hazardous materials in appropriate receptacles.
8. Bags and disposes of anesthesia waste according to policy.
1. The O2 sensor on the anesthesia machine will be calibrated.
2. Complete daily terminal cleaning of all surfaces of the machines and equipment; will be wiped down with disinfectant.
3. Monitor cords will be straightened out and recoiled.
4. Vaporizers and O2 will be turned off.
5. The anesthesia machine will be verified to be plugged into the red outlet.
6. Hoses will be disconnected.
7. Complete testing of the anesthesia machines each day.
1. Medications will be stocked to minimal par levels.
2. Opened medication bottles will be checked for labeling with date, time, and initials. 3. Medications will be checked for outdates at the end of each month.
3. Disposes of unused non-controlled medications according to policy.
4. Maintains knowledge of commonly used topical and local anesthetics, anesthesia induction and reversal agents, and vaporized anesthetics.
1. Organize storage areas for instruments and supplies.
2. Re-orders supplies.
3. Maintains clean storage facilities.
4. Acts as resource for inquiries from anesthesia personnel regarding instrumentation and equipment.
5. Demonstrates ability and skills necessary to operate a computer terminal.
6. Maintains and role models strict adherence to Standard Precautions and Aseptic Technique.
7. Requires basic knowledge of safety, departmental and ASC policies and emergency disaster procedures.
8. Demonstrates interpersonal skills necessary to establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers, supervisors, physicians and staff members of other departments.
9. Responsibility for ensuring effective communication between all perioperative team members and other center staff.
10. Maintains confidential all observed or acquired information regarding all patients, their surgical procedure, and their perioperative experience.
1. High school graduate or GED.
2. Two years of surgical/procedural clinical experience including clinical support to anesthesia services preferred.
3. Current LPN New York State licensure preferred.
4. Holds current BLS certification
5. Computer literacy - Microsoft Office, Excel and Word are required preferred.
1. Assumes the role of problem solver, follows up on all concerns brought to his/her attention and keeps the Administrator abreast of all unusual situations.
2. Establishes both personal and department objectives.
3. Demonstrates effective delegation skills.
4. Promotes a positive work environment which enhances employee and patient satisfaction.
5. Accepts other assignments as requested.
6. Reflects maturity and confidence in communication skills
7. Dependable adherence to work schedule.
8. Able to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
9. Able to prioritize multiple tasks.
10. Strong organizational skills.
11. Makes recommendation for improvement in the delivery of services and patient safety.
12. Assists in collection of data for Quality Assurance.
As a healthcare provider of the Associated Medical Professionals of NY, PLLC, work hours are not fixed and are structured to provide the best quality patient care possible. The normal business
hours may be extended due to business needs the operations support manager will be required to work additional hours as needed.
Requires exposure to bloodborne pathogens, communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing
radiation, therapeutic preparations, and other conditions common to a healthcare environment.
Requires physical ability, manual dexterity, and stamina (i.e., to lift up to 50 pounds, to push/pull storage carts, frequent bending, reaching, standing and walking and occasional kneeling/squatting and the ability to remain on feet for extended periods of time) to perform the essential functions of the position)
1. Hepatitis immunization.
2. Assessment/screening for Pulmonary Tuberculosis (TB).
3. Proof of immunization against rubella and measles, COVID-19.
4. Annual health assessment which is sufficient in scope to ensure the employee is free from a health impairment which is a potential risk to patients or which may interfere with the performance of his/her duties.
5. Able to assist in the transfer of patients weighing up to 300 lbs.
6. Physically able to perform CPR.
7. Able to lift 25# (lbs/pounds).
Salary Range
$23 - $27 per hour
The compensation range listed reflects the anticipated base pay for this position. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as relevant experience, education, skills, and work location.
What We are Offer You
At U.S. Urology Partners, we are guided by four core values. Every associate living the core values makes our company an amazing place to work. Here “Every Family Matters”
Make Someone’s Day
Achieve Possibilities Together
Treat people with dignity
Do the right thing
Beyond competitive compensation, our well-rounded benefits package includes a range of comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, HSA / FSA, 401(k) matching, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more.
About US Urology Partners
U.S. Urology Partners is one of the nation’s largest independent providers of urology and related specialty services, including general urology, surgical procedures, advanced cancer treatment, and other ancillary services.
With a network of more than 80 locations across seven states, U.S. Urology Partners continues to play a key role in advancing innovation and access to urological services. As a partner to independent, community-based urology practices, U.S. Urology Partners enables them to focus on delivering premier care to the patients they serve and is backed by leading global investor General Atlantic.
U.S. Urology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.
Supports independent urology practices with resources
U.S. Urology Partners helps independent urology practices stay independent while gaining access to resources they need to grow. It offers financial backing and deep operations support—such as IT, informatics, and revenue cycle management—so practices can focus on delivering high-quality patient care. The partnership approach is collaborative and designed to preserve physician control, rather than placing groups under hospital systems. Compared with other options, it emphasizes maintaining autonomy, providing strong financial resources, and applying healthcare-management expertise to expand access to urologic care. The company’s goal is to help urology groups of any size achieve their objectives without losing independence in a consolidating industry.
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