Anesthesia Technologist

Job Summary

Works under the supervision of the procedural/operating room area Director or Manager to facilitate the safe and effective invasive procedures, ensuring that the procedural room environment is safe, that equipment cleaned properly, and that the procedural rooms meet cleaning requirements that that maximize patient safety.

Essential Functions

The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this position but are not intended to be al/­ inclusive.

Sets up procedural/operating room equipment according to procedural case schedules.

Cleans procedural/operating room following each case by removing all trash, hamper bags, red bags, and soiled linen, thoroughly cleans procedural/operating bed, equipment, and mops floors after trash and patient are out of the procedural/operating room. replacing hamper bags and trash bags, disposing of used supplies, cleaning, and returning equipment to appropriate storage areas.

Ensures the cleaning, maintenance and preparation of procedural/surgical equipment, and supplies for distribution.

Maintains inventory of clean and sterilized surgical equipment, instruments, and supplies in accordance with Carrollton Regional Medical Center policies and procedures and regulatory standards.

Collaborates and maintains control and availability of inventory; orders supplies; documents equipment used and cart supplies; maintains applicable records and files.

Pulls procedural/surgical cases for each procedure prior to the day of scheduled case and initials applicable preference card. Pulls addon/emergency cases as soon as the case is scheduled.

Checks outdates and stocks procedural/operating rooms and equipment areas as time permits.

Follows infection control policies, AORN recommendation practices, OSHA guidelines, and other regulatory requirements to assure a safe work environment for self, coworkers, and patients.

Covers call for procedural/operating rooms in a manner that supports Carrollton Regional Medical Center and the assigned department fairly by willingness to divide the call burden equally among available staff for the service line.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals employed in this position. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required in this position. The job description does not constitute an employment contract.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of infection prevention and regulatory sterilization standards. Knowledge of the theory and application of sterile and aseptic techniques.

Knowledge of human anatomy, departmental procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

Communicates with CRMC patients, physicians, and co-workers in a manner that exhibits excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Approaches every task in a manner that is consistent with Carrolton Regional Medical Center's team approach expectations.

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Carrollton Regional Medical Center.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma required. Certification of Anesthesia Technologist preferred

Minimum 1 year experience preferred

Basic Life Support (BLS).

Comments: BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer

Working Conditions

Physical Requirements: Continuously stand/walk or lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight (20 to 50 lbs.). Examples: Nurses, LVNs, and physical therapists.

Environment: Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, and noise. Examples: patient cares providers and laboratory technicians

Respiratory Category: Job tasks potentially include frequent or routine exposure to aerosolized particulate matter or infectious respiratory droplet nuclei and required fit testing and the use of respiratory protection is a condition of employment."

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Anesthesiology
• Surgery

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Carrollton, TX 75010: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person