Lead Anesthesia Technician
University of Maryland Medical System

Job Info

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Job Description
Under frequent supervision, the Lead Anesthesia Technician is a multi-skilled individual who assists the anesthesiologist with preparation and set up of appropriate equipment and supplies for each surgical case in the Operating Rooms (ORs) and satellite areas, patient positioning, maintaining and stocking anesthesia inventory and assisting during the intraoperative phase. Patients served include infant through older adult. Fulfillment of the job duties requires the employee to have access to medication storage areas.

Mission

All employees are responsible for extending the mission and values of Baltimore Washington Medical Center by dedicating oneself to providing the highest quality healthcare services to the communities we serve.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to Nurse Manager of Operating Room or designee.

Company Description
Experience the highest level of appreciation at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center - named Top Workplace in the Baltimore area by The Baltimore Sun two years in a row (2019 & 2020); Top Workplace in the USA for 2021! As part of the acclaimed University of Maryland Medical System, our facility is one of three ANCC Pathway to Excellence® designated hospitals in Maryland. UM BWMC features one of the state's busiest emergency departments, as well as a team of experts who care for our community and one another. The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UMBWMC) provides the highest quality health care services to the communities we serve. Our medical center is home to leading-edge technology, nationally recognized quality, personalized service and outstanding people. We have 285 licensed beds and we're home to 3,200 employees and over 800 physicians. Our expert physicians and experienced, compassionate staff are connected to medical practices in the local community as well as at University of Maryland Medical Center in downtown Baltimore. For patients, this means access to high-quality care and research discoveries aimed at improving Maryland's health. Our physicians and nursing staff specialize in emergency, acute, medical-surgical and critical care. In addition, our medical center is home to many Centers of Excellence, offering expert outpatient health care.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED (Required)

CPR (Required)

Five years of clinical healthcare experience as an Anesthesia Tech (Required)

Anesthesia Tech Certification (Preferred)

Certification as Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Anesthesia Tech / Licensure / BLS CPR Certification (Required);

One year experience as an Anesthesia Technician or equivalent or prior experience as a Patient Care Technician.

Working Conditions

Works inside a clean well-lighted environment. May be exposed to frequent interruptions and multiple crisis situations. Potential for regular exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials, such as chemicals and cleaning agents, requiring the observation of Standard (Universal) Precautions and safe handling practices. This position has been classified as medium exposure risk and requires the completion of an annual respirator mask fitting.

Responsibilities

Under the frequent supervision of the Clinical Coordinator and /or the Anesthesiologist. The Technician is a multi-skilled individual who assists the anesthesiologist with patient care, positioning, maintaining and stocking inventory and assisting during the intraoperative phase. Responsible for assisting the Anesthesiologist with the maintenance, calibration, and inspection of anesthesia machines, and equipment. Maintenance and documentation service records, when appropriate. Cleans all anesthesia equipment and instruments prior to and after use and provides decontamination services for carts, blades, fiber optics and anesthesia machines Completes testing and documentation log for fiber optic scope washer and assures soda lime canisters are changed in accordance with established protocols. Coordinates levels of stock and supplies and ensure appropriate locations within department are stocked at established par levels. Patients served include infant through Geriatrics.

Physical Requirements

Standing, sitting, bending, and walking is required three (3) to five (5) hours/shift. Involves heavy lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of patients and equipment weighing in excess of one hundred (100) lbs in accordance with Safe Patient Lifting policy. Fingering, reaching for, grasping, and handling equipment/supplies zero (0) to three (3) hours/shift. Requires hearing/listening to differentiate sounds three (3) to five (5) hours/shift. Visual acuity is necessary to read charts, document, and use various instruments/equipment zero (0) to three (3) hours/shift. Requires appropriate listening and speaking skills to converse with patients, staff, visitors, and physicians zero (0) to three (3) hours/shift.

Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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