Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR), Anesthesia Tech, Full-Time Days

Anesthesia Technician

The Anesthesia Technician demonstrates through clinical practice a clear understanding of aseptic techniques and has a working knowledge of the specialized equipment and supplies utilized by the Anesthesiologist/Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesiologist (CRNA). Responsibilities Essential Functions

• Restocks the anesthesia supplies, equipment and drugs in the operating room after each case.
• Maintains and assures adequate inventory levels of anesthesia supplies in departmental service areas and is responsible for ordering these supplies.
• Cleans and maintains the equipment utilized in the delivery of anesthetic service.
• Sets up all invasive monitoring lines as requested by anesthesia.
• Responds and assists Anesthesiologist/CRNA with all perioperative anesthesia emergencies.
• Demonstrates competency in specific tasks and skills defined by the Surgical Services specific competency list.
• Communicates appropriate information to the Anesthesiologist/CRNA and perioperative nursing staff.
• Transports and delivers items, equipment, and medications (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility.
• May have limited access to areas storing medications.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Other Related Functions

• Participates in nursing process improvement activities as assigned.
• Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies.
• Practices efficient use of supplies.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized unit.
• Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Qualifications

• Education/Training:
  High School graduate or equivalent.
• Licensure/Certification:
  Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
• Experience:
  
  1-2 years of experience as a Anesthesia Tech is required for this role.