Anesthesia Tech - Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital
On-siteCharleston, South Carolina, United States
EXPIREDCharleston, South Carolina, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeHigh School Or EquivalentLarge
Full TimeHigh School Or EquivalentLarge
Job Summary
Provide technological support for anesthesiologists during surgical anesthesia and diagnostic/therapeutic procedures. Ensure anesthesia technology is available and assist with the application of equipment, including anesthesia delivery systems, monitors, respiratory gas devices, and airway tools. Maintain proficiency in basic adult/pediatric anesthesia, regional anesthesia, and emergency airway management. Work closely with anesthesiologists, OR charge nurses, and the anesthesia care team to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Perform duties across all work shifts with a 40-hour weekly schedule.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited high school or equivalent (GED)
- At least 2 years of clinical healthcare experience
- Current Patient Care Technician with RSFH with at least 6 months experience and in good standing
- Certified by the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists (ASATT) as a certified Anesthesia Technologist (Cer.A.T.T.) or certified Anesthesia Technician (Cer.A.T.)
- Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced or stressful environment
- Ability to handle multiple tasks with frequent interruptions
- Organizational abilities
- Ability to work well with all levels of patients and the public as well as other Health Care Professionals
- Self directed and able to work independently
- Ability to communicate effectively with people of variable cultural and educational backgrounds
- Basic knowledge and understanding of: General adult/pediatric anesthesia, regional anesthesia, malignant hyperthermia, latex allergy, difficult intubations and all emergent/ non-emergent airway devices, pressure monitoring equipment and all applicable devices, laryngoscope blades, IV fluids, & IV tubing
- Basic understanding and knowledge of equipment: Anesthesia Delivery System, H.P. Monitors, respiratory gas monitors, blood/fluid warmers, bair huggers, IV infusion pumps, syringe infusion pumps, peripheral nerve stimulators, stimuplex stimulators, transport monitors, transesophageal echocardiogram probes, fiberoptic laryngoscopes, Doppler, O2 jet ventilators, steris, and autoclaves
- Basic knowledge and understanding of all drugs frequently used by the anesthesiologists, and ability to locate any drug rapidly if necessary
- Ability to deal with physicians, hospital staff, employees, and visitors in a tactful and diplomatic manner
Desired Qualifications
- Certified as an Anesthesia Technician
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