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Anesthesia Technician
Conroe, TX
$32 - $37 Hour
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Job Details:
Job Title: Anesthesia Technician
Location: Conroe, TX 77384
Duration: 03 Months
Schedule Notes: M-F 11am-7:30 p.m., or we could consider three 12-hour shifts 9 a.m.- 9 p.m.
Job Description:
Duties:
" Assists anesthesiologist with preparation and placement of neurophysiologic monitors.
Assists with induction by connecting patient to monitors.
Assists with intubation.
Assists with the maintenance of patient s airway.
Assists with the insertion of IVs and other invasive lines.
Assists anesthesiologist during outside cases.
Assists and anticipates needs of anesthesiologist in invasive monitor insertion and procedures such as arterial access, central venous access, fiberoptic intubation and/or difficult airway situations.
Provides support to the patient care team throughout the case.
Performs salvaged blood processing per protocol.
Assists anesthesiologist with volume infusions as directed during intraoperative procedures."
Skills:
" Knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology of the cardiopulmonary systems and infection control.
Advanced working knowledge of equipment for anesthesia and airway management and thorough knowledge of set-up and calibration of pressure transducer and IV fluids.
Ability to demonstrate knowledge relating to anesthesia procedures in order to effectively anticipate the needs of the anesthesiologist.
Ability to utilize and trouble shoot problems with equipment used in the administration of anesthesia.
Ability to set priorities and accept instructions and direction from physicians or other clinical personnel.
Demonstrate speed and timeliness in all duties, particularly in preparation for emergencies and trauma procedures.
Must be able to communicate and work well with staff in and outside of the department."
Education:
"Required- H.S. Diploma or GED
Required- Technical diploma Completion of an anesthesia technician training program approved by the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians (ASATT)"