Saint Joseph Mercy Health System
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Anesthesia Tech II
role at
Saint Joseph Mercy Health System .
Employment Type:
Part time
Shift:
Day Shift
Position Purpose Anesthesia technicians are integral members of the anesthesia patient care team who assist anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists in a variety of specialized and complex invasive and non‑invasive anesthesia procedures. The anesthesia technician provides patient care in collaboration with licensed anesthesia providers by preparing the patient and assisting in monitoring the patient’s condition during various anesthesia procedures. They take into consideration age specific, developmental, and cultural needs of the patient. The anesthesia technician also insures the acquisition, preparation, and application of the equipment and supplies that are required for the administration of anesthesia. The anesthesia technicians have on‑call responsibilities and are available to the Department of Anesthesiology 24 hours a day, seven days a week for needed technical assistance and support.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Assists anesthesia professional staff as requested.
Anticipates need for invasive procedures according to daily OR schedule.
Assists in preparation and draping of patients for invasive monitoring procedures.
Assists anesthesiologists in invasive monitor insertion and procedures such as pulmonary artery catheter, central venous access, fiber optic intubation, and/or difficult airway situations.
Assists with the preparation of patients for induction of anesthesia, including placement of blood pressure cuff, ECG leads, pulse oximeter and connection of transducing devices, and positioning of patients.
Performs daily checks of all anesthetizing locations to insure appropriate equipment is available and functioning properly.
Under direct supervision of a licensed anesthesia provider, assists with initiation of regional anesthesia procedures such as epidural, spinal, regional, sympathetic, or intravenous regional blocks.
Gains competence in ultrasound machine; assists with ultrasound‑guided nerve block.
Under limited supervision, starts an intravenous line when requested by a licensed anesthesia provider (if certified to do so).
Assists with difficult airway procedures, including preparation of equipment (fiberoptic and Glidescope) and assistance with airway procedures.
Assists anesthesia provider with volume infusions and running rapid infusion pump during intraoperative volume resuscitation.
Monitors EKG, arterial line, pulmonary artery waveforms during procedures.
In an emergency situation, under direct supervision of licensed anesthesia provider, may check blood with registered nurse according to established policy.
Actively participates in emergency situations, including CPR, according to established policy.
Demonstrates dependability of participation in department anesthesia technician call coverage.
Responds to requests from staff in a timely fashion.
Provides technical support in pre‑operative, peri‑operative, and post‑operative areas for delivery of safe, efficient, and cost‑effective anesthesia care.
Maintains availability of necessary equipment in each operating room.
Prepares and assembles transducer lines and equipment necessary for arterial, central venous, and pulmonary artery pressure monitoring as requested.
Demonstrates detailed technical knowledge and troubleshooting ability for anesthesia delivery system (e.g., scavenger, gas analyzer, EKG, pulse oximeter, rapid infusion devices).
Performs well under extreme pressure or life‑threatening emergencies.
Makes available, assembles, and assists with operation of specialized equipment such as humidification units, warming devices, fiber optic endoscopic equipment, and rapid infusion devices.
Maintains and organizes the anesthesia environment, equipment, and supplies to facilitate departmental functioning.
Maintains cleanliness and organization of anesthesia workstations daily.
Maintains, inspects, and replaces as necessary a safe and secure sharps disposal system.
Maintains cleanliness of equipment cleaning area.
Maintains supply stock in workrooms and all anesthesia workstations in rotational status.
Inventories, orders, and maintains departmental supply stock consistent with department demand.
Maintains carbon dioxide absorbers as scheduled.
Recognizes and adheres to universal precautions in all clinical activities.
Handles equipment and items correctly to ensure usability and safety of supplies and materials.
Has knowledge of where all supplies are kept and is able to retrieve and store accordingly.
Reports equipment in need of repair and checks on return of equipment that has been repaired.
Maintains all appropriate records and logs; maintains quarterly quality assurance reports.
Performs all job duties of an anesthesia technician I.
Stocks operating room with all necessary anesthesia equipment and supplies.
Cleans all anesthesia equipment in the operating room and POCA after each procedure.
Cleans anesthesia machines and assures related equipment is readily available for anesthesia personnel.
Interfaces with other departments for retrieval of anesthesia equipment.
Retrieves used or contaminated instruments and equipment from anesthesia cases for cleaning and disinfection.
Restocks standardized, backup, on‑call, and heart carts according to established policy.
Performs Pyxis anesthesia medication refill; fills medications for use by patients; reviews computer reports to determine appropriate medication levels; returns unused medications to appropriate storage.
Successfully completes specific training/competencies before working in advanced areas.
Re‑stocks pharmaceutical, intravenous solutions, and supplies in work areas; removes expired medications.
Generates designated computer reports and operates related computer equipment.
Delivers and registers non‑controlled and controlled medications as well as IV solutions, sets in automated medication station for direct dispensing by anesthesia, following departmental procedures, security, and accountability practices.
Trains new technicians, documents progress, reports results to manager on an ongoing basis; assists in evaluations.
Performs inspections of Pyxis anesthesia carts under direction of pharmacy to comply with joint commission and Michigan pharmacy guidelines.
Attends and participates in departmental meetings and activities; performs duties and responsibilities at all times within the framework of maintaining and improving customer and patient satisfaction.
Provides quality patient care by considering age specific, developmental, and cultural needs through competent clinical practice.
Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships; approaches conflict constructively; helps identify problems, off solutions, and participates in resolution.
Maintains confidentiality of patient, physician, employee, and visitor information; discusses only among appropriate personnel in private places.
Behaves in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of Saint Joseph Mercy Health System.
Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in safest manner; reports all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management.
Additional Functions and Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education, Experience, and Certification/Licensure
High school diploma or equivalent required.
One year formal education preferred with background in medical terminology, health sciences, EKG class, or pharmacology would be helpful.
12 months related experience.
Hospital critical care units preferred.
Annual BLS certification required.
Certification by the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians desired.
Required Skills and Abilities
Interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with patients, anesthesia providers, and other patient care personnel, often during emergency or stressful situations.
Analytical skills necessary to follow instructions, organize, prepare anesthesia supplies and procedures, and monitor anesthesia equipment.
Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for up to 100% of work time when performing technical tasks, initiating procedures, and anticipating anesthesia provider needs.
Ability to lift, bend, push, and pull patients and large equipment; manual dexterity to grasp, hold, and assemble monitoring equipment; ability to be on feet for prolonged periods.
Mechanical aptitude to operate a large variety of highly technical medical equipment.
Ability to accept delegation.
Practices teamwork, demonstrates professional communication skills with coworkers, assists fellow coworkers when asked; anticipates coworkers’ and patients’ needs before being asked.
Physical strength and stamina weighting up to 15 pounds over several hundred feet during a shift.
Reporting Relationship General supervision is received from manager.
Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Rooted in our mission and core values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person‑centered care.
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Anesthesia Tech II
role at
Saint Joseph Mercy Health System .
Employment Type:
Part time
Shift:
Day Shift
Position Purpose Anesthesia technicians are integral members of the anesthesia patient care team who assist anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists in a variety of specialized and complex invasive and non‑invasive anesthesia procedures. The anesthesia technician provides patient care in collaboration with licensed anesthesia providers by preparing the patient and assisting in monitoring the patient’s condition during various anesthesia procedures. They take into consideration age specific, developmental, and cultural needs of the patient. The anesthesia technician also insures the acquisition, preparation, and application of the equipment and supplies that are required for the administration of anesthesia. The anesthesia technicians have on‑call responsibilities and are available to the Department of Anesthesiology 24 hours a day, seven days a week for needed technical assistance and support.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Assists anesthesia professional staff as requested.
Anticipates need for invasive procedures according to daily OR schedule.
Assists in preparation and draping of patients for invasive monitoring procedures.
Assists anesthesiologists in invasive monitor insertion and procedures such as pulmonary artery catheter, central venous access, fiber optic intubation, and/or difficult airway situations.
Assists with the preparation of patients for induction of anesthesia, including placement of blood pressure cuff, ECG leads, pulse oximeter and connection of transducing devices, and positioning of patients.
Performs daily checks of all anesthetizing locations to insure appropriate equipment is available and functioning properly.
Under direct supervision of a licensed anesthesia provider, assists with initiation of regional anesthesia procedures such as epidural, spinal, regional, sympathetic, or intravenous regional blocks.
Gains competence in ultrasound machine; assists with ultrasound‑guided nerve block.
Under limited supervision, starts an intravenous line when requested by a licensed anesthesia provider (if certified to do so).
Assists with difficult airway procedures, including preparation of equipment (fiberoptic and Glidescope) and assistance with airway procedures.
Assists anesthesia provider with volume infusions and running rapid infusion pump during intraoperative volume resuscitation.
Monitors EKG, arterial line, pulmonary artery waveforms during procedures.
In an emergency situation, under direct supervision of licensed anesthesia provider, may check blood with registered nurse according to established policy.
Actively participates in emergency situations, including CPR, according to established policy.
Demonstrates dependability of participation in department anesthesia technician call coverage.
Responds to requests from staff in a timely fashion.
Provides technical support in pre‑operative, peri‑operative, and post‑operative areas for delivery of safe, efficient, and cost‑effective anesthesia care.
Maintains availability of necessary equipment in each operating room.
Prepares and assembles transducer lines and equipment necessary for arterial, central venous, and pulmonary artery pressure monitoring as requested.
Demonstrates detailed technical knowledge and troubleshooting ability for anesthesia delivery system (e.g., scavenger, gas analyzer, EKG, pulse oximeter, rapid infusion devices).
Performs well under extreme pressure or life‑threatening emergencies.
Makes available, assembles, and assists with operation of specialized equipment such as humidification units, warming devices, fiber optic endoscopic equipment, and rapid infusion devices.
Maintains and organizes the anesthesia environment, equipment, and supplies to facilitate departmental functioning.
Maintains cleanliness and organization of anesthesia workstations daily.
Maintains, inspects, and replaces as necessary a safe and secure sharps disposal system.
Maintains cleanliness of equipment cleaning area.
Maintains supply stock in workrooms and all anesthesia workstations in rotational status.
Inventories, orders, and maintains departmental supply stock consistent with department demand.
Maintains carbon dioxide absorbers as scheduled.
Recognizes and adheres to universal precautions in all clinical activities.
Handles equipment and items correctly to ensure usability and safety of supplies and materials.
Has knowledge of where all supplies are kept and is able to retrieve and store accordingly.
Reports equipment in need of repair and checks on return of equipment that has been repaired.
Maintains all appropriate records and logs; maintains quarterly quality assurance reports.
Performs all job duties of an anesthesia technician I.
Stocks operating room with all necessary anesthesia equipment and supplies.
Cleans all anesthesia equipment in the operating room and POCA after each procedure.
Cleans anesthesia machines and assures related equipment is readily available for anesthesia personnel.
Interfaces with other departments for retrieval of anesthesia equipment.
Retrieves used or contaminated instruments and equipment from anesthesia cases for cleaning and disinfection.
Restocks standardized, backup, on‑call, and heart carts according to established policy.
Performs Pyxis anesthesia medication refill; fills medications for use by patients; reviews computer reports to determine appropriate medication levels; returns unused medications to appropriate storage.
Successfully completes specific training/competencies before working in advanced areas.
Re‑stocks pharmaceutical, intravenous solutions, and supplies in work areas; removes expired medications.
Generates designated computer reports and operates related computer equipment.
Delivers and registers non‑controlled and controlled medications as well as IV solutions, sets in automated medication station for direct dispensing by anesthesia, following departmental procedures, security, and accountability practices.
Trains new technicians, documents progress, reports results to manager on an ongoing basis; assists in evaluations.
Performs inspections of Pyxis anesthesia carts under direction of pharmacy to comply with joint commission and Michigan pharmacy guidelines.
Attends and participates in departmental meetings and activities; performs duties and responsibilities at all times within the framework of maintaining and improving customer and patient satisfaction.
Provides quality patient care by considering age specific, developmental, and cultural needs through competent clinical practice.
Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships; approaches conflict constructively; helps identify problems, off solutions, and participates in resolution.
Maintains confidentiality of patient, physician, employee, and visitor information; discusses only among appropriate personnel in private places.
Behaves in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of Saint Joseph Mercy Health System.
Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in safest manner; reports all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management.
Additional Functions and Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education, Experience, and Certification/Licensure
High school diploma or equivalent required.
One year formal education preferred with background in medical terminology, health sciences, EKG class, or pharmacology would be helpful.
12 months related experience.
Hospital critical care units preferred.
Annual BLS certification required.
Certification by the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians desired.
Required Skills and Abilities
Interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with patients, anesthesia providers, and other patient care personnel, often during emergency or stressful situations.
Analytical skills necessary to follow instructions, organize, prepare anesthesia supplies and procedures, and monitor anesthesia equipment.
Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for up to 100% of work time when performing technical tasks, initiating procedures, and anticipating anesthesia provider needs.
Ability to lift, bend, push, and pull patients and large equipment; manual dexterity to grasp, hold, and assemble monitoring equipment; ability to be on feet for prolonged periods.
Mechanical aptitude to operate a large variety of highly technical medical equipment.
Ability to accept delegation.
Practices teamwork, demonstrates professional communication skills with coworkers, assists fellow coworkers when asked; anticipates coworkers’ and patients’ needs before being asked.
Physical strength and stamina weighting up to 15 pounds over several hundred feet during a shift.
Reporting Relationship General supervision is received from manager.
Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Rooted in our mission and core values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person‑centered care.
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