Anesthesia Tech III

Position Summary

Demonstrates through clinical practice a clear understanding of aseptic techniques and has a working knowledge of the specialized equipment and supplies utilized by the Anesthesiologist/Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesiologist (CRNA).

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Restocks the anesthesia supplies, equipment and drugs in the operating room after each case.
• Maintains and assures adequate inventory levels of anesthesia supplies in departmental service areas and is responsible for ordering these supplies.
• Cleans and maintains the equipment utilized in the delivery of anesthetic service.
• Sets up all invasive monitoring lines as requested by anesthesia.
• Responds and assists Anesthesiologist/CRNA with all perioperative anesthesia emergencies.
• Demonstrates competency in specific tasks and skills defined by the Surgical Services specific competency list.
• Communicates appropriate information to the Anesthesiologist/CRNA and perioperative nursing staff.
• Transports and delivers items, equipment, and medications (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility.
• May have limited access to areas storing medications.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

 

Other Related Functions

• Cell saver
• Belmont
• Trauma
• CVOR
• Advanced equipment trouble shooting i.e., Ultrasound, Belmont, Hemisphere

Qualifications

Education/Training

• High School graduate or equivalent

 

Licensure/Certification

• Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
• Maintains current ACLS certification

 

Experience

• 2-3 years of experience as an Anesthesia Tech