Anesthesia Technician II

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Organization:

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation CAD

Position Overview:

Responsible for the set up and calibration of anesthesia equipment and supplies needed for each operation or procedure. Supports the functionality of the department by distributing supplies and performing equipment maintenance, testing, and setup as needed. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care.

Job Description:

These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development). Job Description modifications for union represented position are subject to CBA guidelines.

EDUCATION:

• Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma

• Other: Completion of an Anesthesia Technician Course

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 1 year recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• General knowledge of anesthesia related tools, procedures, views, and equipment.

• Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

• Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.

• General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).

• Maintains all anesthesia equipment including ventilators, intubation scopes, laryngoscopes, and physiologic monitors.

• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.

• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.

• Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

• Integrates education, technical competence and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

10

Days of the Week:

Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $44.04 to $52.84 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health's comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.