About this role
Position Summary
Demonstrates through clinical practice a clear understanding of aseptic techniques and has a working knowledge of the specialized equipment and supplies utilized by the Anesthesiologist/Certified Registered Nurse Anesthesiologist (CRNA).
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Restocks the anesthesia supplies, equipment and drugs in the operating room after each case.
- Maintains and assures adequate inventory levels of anesthesia supplies in departmental service areas and is responsible for ordering these supplies.
- Cleans and maintains the equipment utilized in the delivery of anesthetic service.
- Sets up all invasive monitoring lines as requested by anesthesia.
- Responds and assists Anesthesiologist/CRNA with all perioperative anesthesia emergencies.
- Demonstrates competency in specific tasks and skills defined by the Surgical Services specific competency list.
- Communicates appropriate information to the Anesthesiologist/CRNA and perioperative nursing staff.
- Transports and delivers items, equipment, and medications (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility.
- May have limited access to areas storing medications.
- Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
- Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Education/Training
- High School graduate or equivalent
Licensure/Certification
- Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
Experience
- 1-2 years of experience as an Anesthesia Tech