Lead Anesthesia Technician The Lead Anesthesia Technician assists the licensed anesthesia providers in the acquisition, preparation and application of the equipment and supplies required for the administration of anesthesia. To contribute to safe, efficient and cost-effective anesthesia care. Provide support in anesthesia for routine and complex surgical cases. Prepare and maintain patient monitoring devices and anesthesia delivery systems before, during and after anesthesia.
Summary:
Administration duties include, but are not limited to, the ability to coordinate the daily routine of the technical anesthesia staff, employee scheduling, evaluations and program development, reviewing job descriptions and service agreements. Must be able to prioritize and delegate responsibilities to other members of the anesthesia team. Understands the costs that are incurred for anesthesia providers. Maintains professional confidentiality. Understands limitations of roles or practice area. Actively participates in the development and/or administration of continuing education for the anesthesia technicians, and communicates with vendors regarding anesthesia supplies. Demonstrates practical knowledge and expertise in all general areas of anesthesia and has an understanding of advanced life support. Has a thorough knowledge of the set-up, operation and troubleshooting of anesthesia delivery systems, monitors, and ancillary devices. Maintains a sufficient inventory of all equipment and supplies. Knowledgeable of all guidelines, policies and safety requirements as determined by all relevant regulatory and standard setting agencies or organizations. Possesses an understanding of anatomy and physiology as it applies to anesthesia care. Performs effectively in the areas where anesthesia is provided, assists with patient assessment, evaluations, transport, positioning, insertion of intravenous and other invasive lines, and airway management.
Collaboration & Teamwork: works cooperatively and collaboratively with others toward the accomplishment of shared goals.
Valuing Diversity: recognizing and embracing the unique talents and contributions of others.
Service Orientation: desire to serve and focus one's efforts on discovering and meeting the needs of internal and external customers.
Achieves Results: reflects a drive to achieve and outperform. Continuously looking for improvements. Accepts responsibility for actions and results.
Organizational Alignment: ability to align people, processes and organizational structure with UMC's strategic direction.
Developing Others: views people, their knowledge and capabilities as assets and provides opportunities that allow employees to continuously learn and develop.
Communication: practices attentive and active listening and can restate opinions of others; communicates messages in a way that has the desired effect.
Integrity: conducts business with honesty and professional ethics. Seeks to achieve results in the best interest of the organization. Models and reinforces ethical behavior in self and others.
Additional Responsibilities:- Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times.
- Adheres to and exhibits our core values:*Integrity: Moral wholeness, soundness, uprightness, honesty and sincerity as a basis of trustworthiness.*Excellence: Outstanding achievement, merit, virtue; continually surpassing standards to achieve/maintain quality.
- Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times.
- Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines.
- Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members.
- Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community.
Skills, Knowledge or Abilities critical to this role: Understanding and awareness of policies, procedures, rules and
Ability: Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written
Ability: Ability to identify and understand issues, problems and opportunities; determines course of action; develops appropriate solutions. Computer Skills:
Education / Accreditation / Licensure (required & preferred): High school Diploma or equivalent. American Heart Association BLS provider required.
Experience (required and preferred): Two years experience of full time day shift work experience in hospital setting (operating-room preferred) or ASATT certification. Supervisory experienced preferred.
