Anesthesia Technician

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GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

An anesthesia technician is responsible for assisting the Anesthesiologist before, during, and after surgical procedures. Other responsibilities include handling delicate anesthesia equipment; ensuring correct supplies and equipment are prepared in case of an emergency; stocking the rooms; transport of patients, medical records, and lab specimens, and cleaning of surgical area following a case. This person must use appropriate judgment in selecting supplies for each case based on Size of patient and the type of anesthesia being given. Direct supervision is provided by the Anesthesiologist and RN. The anesthesia tech is accountable to the OR Manager and operates within the framework of Driscoll Children's Hospital Mission statement and Core Values. Education and/or

Experience:

High school diploma or GED Six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certifications:

BLS required upon hire Until all children are well. Driscoll Children's Hospital and its specialty centers, urgent care centers, and after-hours facility serve a vast area covering 31 South Texas counties. The hospital is a 191-bed tertiary care center offering 32 medical and 13 surgical specialties. Combined with our non-profit, community-based Health Plan, Driscoll Health System is an exceptional workplace for anyone with a big heart and a drive for success. Smiles, hugs and a soothing touch are as much a part of Driscoll's approach to treating children as is its advanced medical treatments and technologies. The core values at Driscoll Heath System are: Compassion, Advocacy, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship. These values are exemplified through every position - from treating the most critical patients hands-on, to maintaining a clean environment, to keeping the organization running from behind the scenes. We invite you to learn about Driscoll's rich history and explore the laidback lifestyle South Texas has to offer.