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practices and aseptic technique as well as the daily organization, stocking, set-up
and cleaning of anesthesia equipment and supply environments used in patient
care according to departmental and regulatory standards. The anesthesia technician
performs duties under the supervision of the licensed anesthesia care
providers in a variety of clinical settings including the set-up of IV manufacturer
made maintenance fluids, fluid warmers and pressure transducers as well as performance
of select Point of Care tests.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION,
CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1.
Associate Degree from Anesthesiology
Technology Program OR;
Associate Degree in Medical Assisting
with Certification as Medical Assistant from NCCT National Healthcare
Association OR;
High School Diploma or Equivalent AND
Emergency Medical Technician, Licensed Practical Nurse, Paramedic, or
Veterinary Technician.
2.
Current Licensure in applicable
discipline.
3.
Obtain certification in Basic Life
Support within 30 days of hire date.
EXPERIENCE:
1.
One (1) year of nursing
assistant and/or patient care experience.
CORE
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The
statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work
being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended
to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and
duties. Other duties may be assigned.
1.
Understands and practices the
principles of aseptic technique. Ensures proper disposal of one-time use
items. Sets up and spikes IV manufacturer made maintenance fluids (does not
include patient specific compound bags from pharmacy). May set up disposable
supplies for sterile anesthesia field.
2.
Evaluates equipment needs of patients
being transferred from critical care units to the OR and OR to Phase I
Recovery. Assists with connection of the proper monitoring equipment for
patients after the surgical procedure.
3.
Ensures basic anesthesia equipment is
available in each anesthetic location including emergency airway equipment
(i.e. Ambu bags, working blades, etc.). Assists anesthesia providers with
intubations and other procedures by acquiring supplies, instruments, and
lines. Responsible for storage, use and safe handling of bulk and cylinder
gases.
4.
Assists with line placement by aiding
inserter.
5.
Checks for expiration dates on disposable
supplies. Ensures malignant hyperthermia supplies are available in assigned
location.
6.
Cleans up a hazardous spill ensuring SDS
sheets are followed. Completes required incident documentation.
7.
Sets up disposable supplies and
assists with all therapeutic pain management applications (Bretylium Blocks,
Bier Blocks, Stellate Ganglion Blocks, Epidural Blocks, Intercostal Blocks,
Trigger Point Blocks, etc.).
8.
Sets up
suction devices. Switches out anesthesia machine tanks and recording paper
when needed. Confirms anesthesia equipment is available for CRNA/resident/MD
including confirming power/gas sources & electrical cords are in proper
working order; notifying Biomed & hands-on provider of concerns related
to equipment & patient safety (i.e. loose sockets); and ensuring
anesthesia equipment is properly cleaned prior to patient care &
appropriately connected to emergency power outlets.
9.
Provides Anesthesia support during all
emergency situations (difficult intubation, latex allergy patient episodes,
cardiac crisis, malignant hyperthermia, etc.) and routine case turnover including
anesthesia post case cleaning. At end of day terminally cleans and dusts
anesthesia equipment and prepares for next day use.
10.
Anticipates anesthesia requirements
for scheduled and emergent procedures and has equipment set up without
requests from the MD/CRNA. Assumes responsibility for answering anesthesia
pages during workday.
11.
Sets up IVs, fluid warmers, and
pressure transducers. Acquires computer pumps.
12.
Monitors the inventory of consumable
supplies. Ensures that the anesthesia carts are stocked and the anesthesia
area is clean and uncluttered. May transport mobile carts medication tray
to and from Pharmacy. Reprocesses
reusable supplies.
13.
Drains and reconnects hoses. Checks
and changes soda sorb and tubings. Ensures the rotation of stock and the
proper storage of electrical equipment.
14.
Informs appropriate persons of
equipment issues and potential problems. Recognizes need for repair and
initiates repair actions. Maintains an equipment repair log and equipment
loaner book.
15.
Stocks IV bins and utilizes anesthesia
exchange carts to stock anesthesia blue bells.
16.
May perform Point of Care testing
within role scope of practice. Performs all quality controls for Point of
Care testing devices.
17.
Provides information for budget
preparation regarding needed equipment and supplies. Provides input on
cost-initiatives and facilitates those components relative to the Department
of Anesthesia.
18.
Selects and prepares difficult airway
equipment and instruments according to patient needs.
19.
Assists within scope of role/practice
anesthesiologist, resident, or CRNA with therapeutic and diagnostic
procedures. Performs, as needed, all core duties of anesthesia care assistant.
May function in charge role as assigned.
20.
Unlicensed
assistive personnel (UAP) may have limited access to medications including
transport of non-controlled substances and MH kit at the request of a licensed
care provider.
21.
Partnering
with new hire and role modeling scope of practice, assists with an orientees
duties training.
PHYSICAL
REQUIREMENTS: The
physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met
by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
1.
No known history of
malignant hyperthermia.
2.
Ability to wear and work in protective
gear.
3.
Capability of prolonged periods of
standing and walking.
4.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and
push/pull heavy loaded carts.
5.
Possess visual and oral acuity along
with manual dexterity and technical ability.
6.
Ability to hear audible alarms.
WORKING
ENVIRONMENT: The work
environment characteristics described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
SKILLS
& ABILILTIES:
1.
Ability
to follow directions, both written and verbal, and work with people.
2.
Has
a thorough understanding of cardiac monitor procedures and equipment.
3.
Has
a thorough understanding of hemodynamic techniques.
4.
Ability
to utilize manufacturers instructions for use (IFUs) for equipment operation
and cleaning.
5.
Demonstrates
the ability to perform technical duties in complex, clinical situations.
6.
Ability
to perform work functions in an operating room providing patient care
demonstrating proficiency in biologic hazards, infection control, and
standard precautions.
7.
Ability
to prioritize and multi-task; demonstrates task prioritization based on acuteness
of patient care needs.
Date
Reviewed/Revised: September 2020
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