What are the responsibilities and job description for the Anesthesia Technician position at Corewell Health?
About the unit
Team members in this unite will be responsible for coordinating anesthesia supplies across multiple settings and assisting the anesthesiologist with technical procedures related to anesthesia administration.
About Lakeland Hospitals
The health system comprises three hospitals, a regional cancer center, rehabilitation centers, two long-term care residences, home care and hospice services, and 34 affiliate physician practice locations. We provide both inpatient and outpatient medical services throughout Southwest Michigan.
Scope of work
Assists the anesthesiologist in the insertion of intravenous lines (IVs), and the placement of epidural catheters, and monitoring devices (Swan-Ganz, transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE), arterial lines, etc.) related to the administration of anesthetic agents. Assists in patient care such as positioning and assisting with airway maneuvers. Performs point of care testing as required. Coordinates supplies for procedures across multiple sites. Stocks anesthesia carts and anesthesia storage room. Obtains emergency supplies during procedures, as directed. Supports equipment/supply trial by assisting vendors and evaluation collection. Provides input into the long-term plan for capital equipment purchases / budget as it relates to anesthesia. Cleans equipment, work areas and reusable supplies and returns unneeded equipment to appropriate department. Collects and presents data for analysis of cost/quality comparisons for anesthesia medications, equipment, and supplies. Assists in providing ongoing maintenance for anesthesia machines and other related equipment, including trouble shooting, removal and replacement of parts. Works with clinical engineering and technical support, acting as the first line of repair.
How we will care for you, while you care for our patients
- Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
- On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
- Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
- Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
Qualifications
- Required High School Diploma or equivalent
- Preferred Associate's Degree
- 2 years of relevant experience patient care Preferred
- 1 year of relevant experience operating room Preferred
- CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA
- CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC
- CRT-Anesthesia Technician, Certified (Cer. A.T.) - UNKNOWN
Primary Location
SITE - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St JosephDepartment Name
Anesthesia - St JosephEmployment Type
Part timeShift
Day (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours
0.04Hours of Work
VariableDays Worked
VariableWeekend Frequency
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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
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