Anesthesia Technician

Cleveland Clinic • Canton, OH • 15h ago

Join Cleveland Clinic's Mercy Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Officially becoming a full member of the Cleveland Clinic Health System in 2021, Mercy Hospital offers a wide variety of medical specialties to the communities in and around Stark County. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

An Anesthesia Technician is responsible for supporting the Anesthesiologist and other Anesthesiology personnel. This includes the management and maintenance of the equipment used by Anesthesiologists. The Anesthesia Technician is responsible for sterilizing, cleaning, assembling, calibrating, testing and troubleshooting various pieces of machinery. They may also oversee equipment monitoring a patient actively under anesthesia. Due to this being a complex role, you will be able to highly advance your knowledge and skills.

A caregiver in this position may be scheduled 8-hour, 10-hour or 12-hour shifts between the hours of 6:00am and 7:30pm - with weekend and on-call requirements.

We are looking for flexibility and will discuss in further detail at the time of interview.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

Stock the carts and surgical suites with the required supplies as outlined on the anesthesia surgical suite stock par list.

Assist with difficult airway management by assisting with equipment needs from the providers.

Assist in the delivery of blood samples to the lab and retrieval of blood products.

Assist with lines and specialty room set-ups.

Disassemble, decontaminate and sterilize anesthesia equipment and supplies.

Report equipment problems to the management team, stock items in the workroom and keep the workroom clean and in an orderly condition.

Perform Point of Care (POCT) testing procedures, after an initial approved competency has been completed.

Effectively communicate with anesthesia and operating room staff to assure daily operating room assignments are prioritized at the start of each shift.

Efficiently transport all anesthesia related equipment and supplies to and from outside of Operating Rooms off-site locations.

Maintain complete and accurate records and check the status of orders and equipment.

Maintain anesthesia supplies by establishing inventory levels, requisitioning supplies and restocking supplies.

Maintain equipment by preparing, testing, and setting up a variety of anesthetic equipment for surgical use, troubleshooting equipment for problems or repairs and performing preventative maintenance and routine cleaning.

Participate in turning over rooms assuring minimal downtime between cases.

Retrieve and appropriately distribute the equipment necessary to prepare a patient for anesthesia. This includes specialty equipment for invasive lines and monitoring, difficult airway, supporting the anesthesia provider by setting up IV's and pediatric procedures.

Retrieve, carry and appropriately distribute necessary medications to the Anesthesiologist, CRNA or AA for the preparation or care of a patient for anesthesia.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

High School Diploma or GED

One year of experience working in a healthcare setting OR successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or similar healthcare-related training program OR a Bachelor's Degree in Science

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross upon hire or within the new hire period

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

Direct patient care and/or surgical/OR environment experience

Knowledge of medical terminology

Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel or PowerPoint

Physical Requirements:

Extended periods walking, standing, lifting and carrying equipment (usually not over 20 lbs.).

Capable of pushing and maneuvering equipment weighing up to 150 pounds. May be exposed to bodily fluids.

Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $15.75

Maximum hourly: $21.65

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).

Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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