- Job Summary
- Cleaning and restocking standardized anesthesia carts for use in the operating rooms.
- Responsible for cleaning and restocking the non-pharmacological sections of the difficult airway cart, the emergency crash carts and the malignant hyperthermia cart and other associated pediatric anesthesia equipment.
- The setup and turnover of age-specific anesthesia-related supplies and equipment between surgery cases. Appropriate cleaning and/or sterilization of reusable equipment. Restocking of drug trays in the workroom cabinet. Closing down the anesthesia related equipment in the operating rooms at the end of the daily case load.
- Preparation of intravenous fluids with appropriate administration setup.
- Preparation of equipment for transporting patients with invasive and non-invasive monitoring.
- Maintain knowledge of all anesthesia related supplies and equipment and their location.
- The entering of anesthesia patient charges into the current computer system for patient billing purposes.
- Ongoing knowledge of the current par levels of equipment and supplies within the department.
- Ordering and restocking of equipment and supplies into the department.
- General knowledge of the costs of supplies and equipment to assist the director with the budgeting process.
The Anesthesia Technician is responsible for a variety of duties and responsibilities that are vital to the efficient function of the anesthesia department. These responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: - EducationHigh School diploma or equivalent.
- Experience1 year experience in health care environment.Basic computer skillsPrefer understanding of cleaning methods utilized in health care environment
- Licensures, Certifications, and/or Registries
Location: Children's of Alabama · Anesthesia
Schedule: Full-time, Day/Evening shift, 0830-1700