Anesthesia Technician Non-Certified

• Department Perioperative Services - Operating Room
• Schedule/Shift/Hours Full Time - Variable

Reporting to the Anesthesia Technician Supervisor and working under the direction of an anesthesia, the Non-Certified Anesthesia Technician is a vital member of the anesthesia care team providing 24/7 coverage. The Non-Certified Anesthesia Technician supports anesthesia care in the main operating room, CVOR, Labor and Delivery operating room, Specialty Procedures, Interventional Radiology, Electrophysiology Lab, Cath Lab and MRI. Orientation to this position is no less than eight (8) weeks.

Responsibilities:

• Provides support for routine surgical cases by assisting in the application, acquisition, preparation and troubleshooting of various types of equipment required for the delivery of anesthesia care
• Performs first level maintenance on anesthesia equipment
• Takes direction during rapid and quickly changing circumstances in the patient care environment
• Demonstrates knowledge, practically applies and participates in critical event management during patient care (i.e. machine malfunction)
• Maintains and organizes the anesthesia environment, equipment and supplies to facilitate department functions and surgery schedules
• Assists with transport of patients and laboratory specimens as necessary
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Understands medical and surgical terminology
• Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or other relevant healthcare provider experience
• Prior work experience as an Anesthesia Technician preferred
• BLS Required. Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KH BLS during General Orientation.
• Completion of 10 CEU through ASATT every two years

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to lift and move up to 75 lbs
• Exposure to needles, blood and body fluids, etc.
• Must be able to assist in patient transfer
• Must be able to maintain a standing position
• Must be able to reach arms above or below shoulder height
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job

About Kootenai Health:

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

Take Advantage of These Extra Pay Opportunities!

• Night Shift Bonus: Earn an additional 13% on top of your base pay.
• Weekend Shift Bonus: Get an extra 9% when working weekends.
• Specialty Certification Pay: Advance your skills and earn even more with specialty certifications. Your expertise comes with financial rewards!

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility.
  
  Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we’ll help you pay for it
• Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.
• Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and…