What are the responsibilities and job description for the Anesthesia Technician- Downtown- Rotating position at Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems?
The Anesthesia Technician assists in the OR suites and off-floor sites in administering patient care as directed by the Anesthesiologist. The anesthesia technician sets up, moves, prepares and maintains all anesthesia machines, equipment and supplies for the Anesthesiologist.
The Anesthesia Technician assists the Anesthesiologists with invasive and non-invasive monitoring. The Anesthesia Technician participates in the orientation, training and education of new personnel and maintains a safe and aseptic environment for all patients. This position performs all related duties as assigned and directed while adhering to the standards of nursing care and the policy and procedures of the Department of Anesthesiology.
The Anesthesia Technician reports certified Anesthesia Technician Supervisor and the Chief CRNA.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
One of the following is required:
Two years anesthesia support experience or Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B)
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
EMT-B; CMA; CCMA; or CNA required within 24 months of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Experience REQUIRED:
One (1) year experience in health care.
Experience PREFERRED:
One (1) year clinical experience in one of the following areas: Recovery, ICU, Emergency Room, Operating Room, or Medical/Surgical Unit
Education/training REQUIRED:
High School diploma or equivalent; and
Successful completion and certification/licensure in one of the following:
EMT-Basic Program Medical Assistant program
State recognized CNA programrequired within 24 months of hire
Education/training PREFERRED:
Associate's Degree or course work in biological sciences
Independent action(s) required:
Follows the anesthesia providers' orders, standards and guidelines.
This position requires a highly motivated, self-directed and conscientious individual capable of functioning in a stressful and fast paced environment with minimal supervision.
This position requires excellent communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
Job duties may include the handling, transportation, access to and/or contract with medication and related supplies.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional position requirements:
Rotating Shifts
Age Specific groups served: N/A
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical Lifting 20-50 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change
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