Anesthesia Technician - Full time - Marina del Rey Hospital

Job Description

Are you an experienced Anesthesia Technician looking for an outstanding chance to create a difference in patients' lives? At Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital, we value our team members and are committed to encouraging an inclusive and supportive work environment where you can thrive.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Provide assistance for invasive and non-invasive techniques, including direct systemic arterial and patient monitoring setups.
• Assist Anesthesiologist in difficult airway intubation, providing necessary equipment and demonstrating knowledge of airway techniques.
• Complete the Malignant Hyperthermia protocol, ensuring the anesthesia machine is accurately prepared.
• Respond appropriately to codes, assisting the anesthesiologist and OR staff as needed.
• Maintain, stock, clean, and coordinate anesthesia carts, ensuring all necessary items are in place.
• Prepare, assemble, and prime transducers, slitters, and extension tubing.
• Set up rooms with equipment and supplies needed for each patient procedure.
• Troubleshoot and replace anesthesia equipment, bringing up repairs to Biomed or equivalent experience when necessary.
• Ensure all instruments and equipment meet FDA regulations for safe and accurate operation.
• Act as a resource to operating room staff regarding anesthesia equipment and procedures.
• Control and maintain perioperative anesthesia equipment, demonstrating competence in disinfection protocols.
• Communicate effectively with all patient populations, ensuring patient safety and accurate identification.
• Apply appropriate PPE and monitor staff compliance with health and safety guidelines.
• Assist anesthesiologist with equipment preparation for procedures, applying advanced clinical skills and critical thinking.
• Attend in-service demonstrations for ongoing training and assist with OR turnover.
  
  

Qualifications Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience (Minimum)
• Associate Degree/College Diploma in Health Science (Preferred)
  
  

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a healthcare environment
  
  

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire
• Certified Anesthesia Tech certification from the American Society of Anesthesia Technicians and Technologists (ASATT) (Minimum)