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Anesthesia Technician - Full time - Marina del Rey Hospital
Job Description
Are you an experienced Anesthesia Technician looking for an outstanding chance to create a difference in patients' lives? At Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital, we value our team members and are committed to encouraging an inclusive and supportive work environment where you can thrive.
Principal Responsibilities:- Provide assistance for invasive and non-invasive techniques, including direct systemic arterial and patient monitoring setups.
- Assist Anesthesiologist in difficult airway intubation, providing necessary equipment and demonstrating knowledge of airway techniques.
- Complete the Malignant Hyperthermia protocol, ensuring the anesthesia machine is accurately prepared.
- Respond appropriately to codes, assisting the anesthesiologist and OR staff as needed.
- Maintain, stock, clean, and coordinate anesthesia carts, ensuring all necessary items are in place.
- Prepare, assemble, and prime transducers, slitters, and extension tubing.
- Set up rooms with equipment and supplies needed for each patient procedure.
- Troubleshoot and replace anesthesia equipment, bringing up repairs to Biomed or equivalent experience when necessary.
- Ensure all instruments and equipment meet FDA regulations for safe and accurate operation.
- Act as a resource to operating room staff regarding anesthesia equipment and procedures.
- Control and maintain perioperative anesthesia equipment, demonstrating competence in disinfection protocols.
- Communicate effectively with all patient populations, ensuring patient safety and accurate identification.
- Apply appropriate PPE and monitor staff compliance with health and safety guidelines.
- Assist anesthesiologist with equipment preparation for procedures, applying advanced clinical skills and critical thinking.
- Attend in-service demonstrations for ongoing training and assist with OR turnover.
Qualifications
Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent experience (Minimum)
- Associate Degree/College Diploma in Health Science (Preferred)
Work Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years experience in a healthcare environment
Licenses and Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire
- Certified Anesthesia Tech certification from the American Society of Anesthesia Technicians and Technologists (ASATT) (Minimum)
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