An Anesthesia Technician works with anesthesiologists to administer anesthesia to patients during surgery and other medical procedures. Monitors and cleans anesthesia equipment and makes sure that it works properly.
Covenant Health - 3.5 Knoxville, TN Job Details Full-time 10 hours ago Benefits Tuition reimbursement Loan assistance Qualifications Anesthetic equipment management Hospital inventory management Maintenance No experience needed Assisting medical staff High school diploma or GED Patient escort assistance Safety standard operating procedures Ordering supplies Entry level
Full Job Description Overview:
Anesthesia Technician Full Time, 80
Hours Per Pay Period, Variable Shifts Fort Sanders Regional Overview:
Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center is a 444-bed hospital recognized for pairing clinical expertise with advanced medical technology to deliver exceptional care. As a Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center, we provide leading-edge treatment for stroke recovery. Our facility also offers specialized services in bariatric surgery, robotic surgery, minimally invasive spine procedures, and advanced orthopedic care. Fort Sanders Regional is part of Covenant Health, East Tennessee's largest nonprofit health system and a Becker's "Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare." Covenant Health includes nine hospitals and nearly 150 service locations, offering employees a comprehensive benefits package with tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, certification bonuses, and leadership development programs.
Position Summary:
Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, the Anesthesia Technician maintains anesthesia supplies and equipment and provides assistance to the anesthesia staff.
Responsibilities:
Maintain established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program and safety standards. Provides assistance to the anesthesia staff as requested. Receives and maintains inventory of anesthesia supplies. Maintains anesthesia equipment, to include exchange carts and gas machines. Assist with ordering/receiving OR supplies, OR charges (computer), transporting patients, and other OR related duties. Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested. Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
Qualifications:
Minimum Education:
None specified; will accept any combination of formal education and/or prior work experience sufficient to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skill and ability needed to perform the essential tasks of the job, typically such as would be equivalent to a high school diploma or GED. Preference may be given to individuals possessing a HS diploma or GED.
