Anaesthetic Technician II at Cedarcrest Hospitals

Job Description

• The Anaesthetic Technician II is responsible for preparing, calibrating, and cleaning anaesthesia equipment.
• The technician will perform aseptic techniques according to established standards of care and infection control.
• They are in charge of making sure all equipment is safe to use on patients and free of any unhealthy bacteria.
• The Anesthetic Technician supports other members of the anesthesia care team. They may be called upon to transport a patient to the operating room.
• Their primary responsibilities will be in setting-up and preparing equipment and medications per the direction of the Anesthesiologist.
• The Anaesthetic Technician II will also be responsible for assisting in special procedures and provide support for complex surgical cases.

Responsibilities

• Provides anaesthesia technician services to patients under the direct supervision of a licensed anaesthesia care provider designated by the client facility, in accordance with state regulations.
• Cleans, sterilizes, disinfects, orders/stocks and maintains routine anaesthesia equipment and supplies.
• Maintain anaesthesia medications, supplies and equipment according to needs and schedules.
• Cleans, organizes and maintains anaesthesia workroom, supplies and equipment.
• Prepare and maintain patient monitoring devices and anaesthesia delivery systems pre, intra and post anaesthesia and with consideration and knowledge of age-specific issues related to meeting the needs of the various patient groups.
• Perform basic trouble shooting for monitors and equipment and reports defective equipment and equipment malfunctions appropriately/immediately.
• Maintain established departmental policies, procedures, quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Documents and maintains preventative maintenance and quality records.
• Assists with transport of patients and laboratory specimens as necessary.
• Performs all job duties of an Anaesthesia Technician I.

Qualifications

• Anaesthetic Technician Diploma
• Certification – Anaesthetic Technician Certificate
• NYSC Certificate or Exemption Letter
• Proficient with Healthcare Management Systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Highly motivated team player willing to go the extra mile.