What are the responsibilities and job description for the Anesthesia Technician - Surgery (Days) position at LMHS brand?
Anesthesia (Hemodynamic) Technician
Surgery
Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting-edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life-saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.
When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community Hospital. Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well-being of your friends, family, and neighbors. You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the Hospital doors and into the heart of our community. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion. Join us in our mission – dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.
Position Summary
According to established policies and procedures, the Hemodynamic Technician in Surgery is responsible for troubleshooting anesthesia equipment, setting up A-lines, assisting with pre-procedure blocks and scrubbing in to assist with procedures. This position will offer appropriate training. This position will participate in a call rotation to include evenings, holidays and weekends. On call hours are based on departmental needs. This position reports to the director of surgical services for the totality of work performance.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and troubleshoot anesthesia equipment
- Provide proper surgery positioning of patient
- Scrub in to assist with procedures on call and on weekends
- Assist with setting up A-lines and pre-procedure blocks
- Assist with the induction of children
- Properly clean rooms
- Order and stock supplies
- Transporting patients to and from the inpatient unit
- Effectively interact with hospital staff, offices, patients, families and guests
Requirements
- Minimum requirement, high school diploma or GED
- Maintain CPR certification (HCP)
- Basic technical skills to provide equipment troubleshooting support within Anesthesia
- Ability to lift, push, pull or carry an average of more than one hundred (100) pounds consistently throughout the shift
- Ability to respond to call within 30 minutes
- LMH is accredited by DNV and TJC, and as such, may require specific annual education related to specialty certifications and standards.
Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. Licking Memorial Health Systems does not discriminate against applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, or other characteristics protected by law.