What are the responsibilities and job description for the Anesthesia Technician for Operating Room position at Baptist Health System KY & IN?
Job Description:
Anesthesia Technician
Surgical Services I Lexington
Full-Time, First Shift (5x8's 0530-1400)
Baptist Health Lexington Surgical Services Department encompasses several key areas: the Pre-Op Department, 20 operating rooms with a business office staff responsible for scheduling, a Postoperative Care Unit, an Endoscopy Department with dedicated pre- and post-op areas, and a Sterile Processing Department.
Description:
- Assesses patient specific needs preoperatively i.e., resistant organisms, latex allergy, age specific and communicates with the surgical services team members regarding relevant patient and procedure data.
- Communication and Teamwork.
- Meets with anesthesiologists to identify needs of the department.
- Meets with vendors to identify equipment /supplies needed for the department.
- Assists in capital budget process. § Communicates with the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) regarding necessary changes, supplies/instrumentation needs.
- Communicates conflicts in the OR schedule to the Chief Anesthesiologist/designee.
- Coordinates special procedures with SPD. § Instructs staff regarding proper usage of and handling of anesthesia equipment.
- Assists with staff Scheduling/coordinates coverage.
- Demonstration of leadership.
- Customer relations and healing environment.
- Ensures positive customer relations through caring behaviors.
- Uses sensitivity in managing difficult or emotional situations.
Requirements:
- Previous experience as an Anesthesia Technician.
- Basic Life Support
- High School Diploma or Equivalent.
Benefits:
- Tuition Assistance reimbursement program
- Company paid Maternity and Paternity leave
- Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
- PTO Sell Back Program
- Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
- Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!
Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
