Anesthesia Technician 1 Fairfax full-time Day Shift

Inova Health System

  • Falls Church, VA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
Job Description:The Anesthesia Technician 1 provides support to the Anesthesiologist and Nurse Anesthetist for routine/complex cases and procedures to ensure quality of patient care. This role assists in the preparation and maintenance of patient equipment and anesthesia delivery systems before, during and after anesthesia. Maintains stock levels per template.Job ResponsibilitiesAssists and anticipates needs of Anesthesiologist in invasive monitor insertion and procedures such as pulmonary artery catheter, central venous access, fiberoptic intubation and difficult airway situations per hospital policy.
  • Demonstrates detailed technical knowledge and troubleshooting ability for anesthesia delivery systems, gas analyzer, EKG and pulse oximeter per manufacture guidelines.
  • Prepares and assembles all necessary supplies and equipment for auto-transfusion and rapid infusion under the direction of the anesthesia provider. Maintains quality control records, cart inventories and audits per OSHA and TJC standards and hospital policies.
  • Performs manufacturer recommended daily anesthesia machine checks according to Standard Work Document.
  • Assists in preparation and draping of the patient for invasive monitoring procedures by the anesthesia care provider.
  • Assists with the correct application of monitoring devices. Manages fluid and blood/blood product administration.
  • Retrieves and delivers products to and from blood bank. Accompanies the anesthesia provider to the appropriate care unit.
  • Transports medications from pharmacy or authorized location (e.g. pneumatic tube system) to licensed healthcare professional.
  • May perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements For ConsiderationMinimum Education - High School or GEDSchedule - Full-time day shift with weekends and holidaysExperience - 6 months to 1 year in a clinical environment
  • Preferred experience as an Anesthesia Technician, MA, LPN, EMT, or Clinical Tech.
Licensing - BLS from AHA upon startInova Benefits and Perks:
  • Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage
  • Life Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability
  • NEW! 4 weeks PAID PARENTAL LEAVE
  • Retirement: Inova matches dollar for dollar the first 5% of your eligible pay that you contribute to the plan
  • Competitive salary: Pay based experience
  • Amazing Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO hours on your very first day of work
  • Supplemental Plans: Including Auto/Home Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection
  • Additional Benefits: Educational Assistance of up to $5,250/year, Student Loan Refinancing, Adoption Assistance, Child Care Centers, Scholarship Program, Free Parking, Exclusive savings opportunities to in-store events, theme parks, discounts, movie tickets and local offerings and so much more!
See Full List of Benefits Here:About Us:We are Inova, Northern Virginia's leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 24,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better - to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare.Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Inova Health System