What are the responsibilities and job description for the ANESTHESIA TECHNICIAN position at Cook County Health and Hospitals?
Anesthesia Technician
Department: Anesthesiology & Pain Management
LOCATION: John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital
SHIFT: 3PM-11PM
Typical Duties
- Reports at the start of the shift and after each task, as assigned. Must receive pager communications
- Ensures daily stocking of par stock and unpacking of disposable items upon arrival.
- Changes breathing circuits, lays cables, Electrocardiogram (ECG) leads, and pulse oximetry sensors prior to each case
- Ensures availability of transport oxygen cylinder, regulator and facemask or Ambu bag
- Assists in the transporting and positioning of patients, placement of monitors, and other tasks at the start of each case, in assigned Operating Rooms as directed by the Anesthesiologist
- Periodically checks Operating Rooms to obtain equipment, as needed by the Anesthesiologist
- Reports malfunctioning equipment to the supervisor, and if directed, to the Department of Clinical Engineering
- Transports blood for blood gas and electrolyte analysis
- Performs preventative maintenance on anesthesia machines and ventilators (Limited)
- Repairs anesthetic machines and ventilators (Limited)
- Maintains other monitoring equipment
- Assists in application of pulse, arterial, ultrasonic and venous monitors and blood warming and ventilating equipment
- Cleans anesthesia equipment after each case and conducts thorough periodic cleaning as directed by the supervisor
- Under the direction of the supervisor, tracks and records inventory
- Available during emergencies, as directed by the Anesthesiologist
Minimum Qualifications
* High School Diploma or GED equivalent (Must provide proof at the time of interview)
* Five (5) years of experience working in an operating room or procedural area environment
Preferred Qualifications
* Five (5) years of experience as an Anesthesia Technician
* Certification by the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
- Knowledge of basic concepts of sterility
- Knowledge of basic concepts of infection control and universal precautions
- Knowledge of basic techniques used in packaging and sterilizing equipment and supplies
- Knowledge of care, handling, and maintenance of anesthesia machines, gases, and related equipment, including electronic equipment
- Knowledge of physiological monitoring devices and equipment
- Awareness of serious consequences in errors in performance
- Manual dexterity to handle and manipulate supplies, instruments and equipment
- Vision correctable to acceptable limits for reading records, ampules and monitors
- Willingness to work under close supervision and direction
- Mechanical aptitude
- Patience and tact in dealing with patients and co-workers
- Willingness to perform a variety of repetitive tasks without concern for possible unpleasant conditions
- Rapidity and accuracy in performance of job tasks
- Ability to constantly stand, walk and bend during work periods
- Ability to transfer and position patients and equipment
- Ability to work in a fast paced, stressful environment
- Work evening, night, and weekend shifts as per departmental needs
Physical and Environmental Demands
This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.
For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions.
When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service.
To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:
- Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
- Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"
- Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable
A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW
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*Degrees awarded outside the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.
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