Overview

Distinctive Home & Health Care is a leading provider of healthcare to serve military installations across the United States. Our team of professionals is dedicated to providing the highest quality of service and support for each one of our clients.Distinctive Healthcare is currently seeking to hire full time Anestheisa Tech to work at the military hospital at Fort Sam Houston.

Responsibilities

Task Heading. The anesthesia technician assists the nursing staff in preparing the patient and assistance to the medical staff during surgical procedures. This individual works under the supervision of the Chief, Department of Anesthesia (DOA) of the MTF and/or his designee. 5.2. Contract anesthesia technician shall have sufficient training /experience to be able to perform the duties of an anesthesia technician to include, but not limited to:

Anesthesia technicians shall perform essentially the same duties, as those required of any of any Military or government civil service anesthesia technician of similar experience and in similar duty assignments. Assist anesthesia personnel during induction, administration of and recovery from anesthesia. Change anesthetic gas tanks as needed. Aid the anesthetist/anesthesiologists as needed. Obtain additional medical supplies and equipment. Assist in suctioning patients prior to extubation. Help move patients onto recovery room litters. Procure blood, blood products and laboratory test results in routine and emergency situations. Perform needed blood test using modern equipment such as the i-Stat/Bayer point of caresystems. Maintain anesthesia equipment and supplies. Cleans and decontaminates anesthesia gas machines and equipment. Check drug and drug supply cabinet for shortages of drugs and request that the needed drugs are ordered. Restock anesthesia carts as needed, help keep anesthesia workroom neat and orderly. Return all anesthesia equipment to the proper storage place. Assist anesthesia personnel with positioning and observing patients during the administration of regional anesthesia. Perform administrative duties as required to include completion of all required reports, records and quality assurance forms. Participates in designated anesthesia service training activities to include in- services.

Qualifications

Have and maintain current certification in cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or basic life support (BLS). CPR, and/or BLS certification must be obtained through the American Heart Association and/ or Red Cross approved training program.  Experience: The contractor shall provide qualified personnel to fill the requirement for Anesthesia Technician services at a standard enabling the military treatment facility to maintain a high level of quality. A minimum of 1 year of healthcare experience within a perioperative setting is required.  All contract HCPs shall be able to read, write, and speak English well enough to effectively communicate with patients and other HCPs.  Possess the basic knowledge of aseptic technique and sterile fields.  Board Certification (5.2.6.4.4): None  Licensure/Registration: None  High School Diploma and/or GED Equivalent Required