Anesthesia Tech, Cardiac Surgery

Overview
*All positions are located in Fresno/Clovis CA*
We are currently seeking candidates who are interested in an exciting career in Cardiac Surgery. With the expansion of the new Heart and Lung Institute, we are seeking experienced Surgical Technologists who are looking for a challenging career on our exclusive Cardiac Surgery team. You will be essential to the flow and success of our operating rooms using your strong knowledge to support the surgical team. From preparing the patients for surgery, to scrubbing in for a wide variety of cases, to preparing and handling instruments, supplies, and equipment during the surgical procedure, you will make a difference every day!
Opportunities for you!

• Direct impact on quality patient care with over 1,000 cases per month!
• Time and a half after 8 hrs + weekend and night differential (call pay for procedural areas)
• Free Continuing Education and certification including BLS, ACLS and PALS
• Tuition reimbursement, education programs, and scholarships
• Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to 8% matching contributions
• Free parking and electric charging
• Great food options with on-demand ordering

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Responsibilities
1. Prepares anesthesia equipment/machine for safe patient use during an anesthetic.
2. Sets up specialty equipment and supports the anesthesia provider during insertion of Arterial catheter lines and internal catheters, not limited to CVP and blood warmer.
3. Cleans and sterilizes reusable anesthesia equipment between uses while maintaining adequate numbers of available equipment to administer anesthetics.
4. Coordinates and checks the anesthesia machines quarterly for effective functioning of alarms, defects in gas hoses and electrical cords, cleanliness and organization of content, and preventative service documentation.
5. Performs monthly checks of the anesthesia carts for drug expirations.
6. Performs annually disassembling, cleaning and reorganization of anesthesia carts.
7. Coordinates equipment and product evaluations.
8. Maintains and stocks anesthesia carts/room and equipment, including monitors, ventilators and lab sampling devices.
9. Communicates with and assists Anesthesiologists, CRNA and Managers.
10. Assists in positioning and supporting patients for anesthesia procedures, such as spinal epidural, etc.
11. Orders and stocks all nonscheduled drugs from Pharmacy.
12. Answers unit call lights and responds to patient needs accordingly or communicates patient needs to appropriate member of healthcare team.
13. Performs miscellaneous job related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education

• High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE) or Completion of a CHS Approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate required

Experience

• 6 months of Anesthesia Technician or similar experience OR graduation from an Anesthesia Technician training program required
• Familiarity with anesthesia equipment/supplies, various modalities, treatments and medications required

Licenses and Certifications

• BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required

Disclaimers
• Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.
• If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.