Certified Anesthesia Technologist Job at Kaiser Permanente (Los Angeles)

Job Description

Assists the Anesthesia provider under the supervision of the Chief of Anesthesiology, or designee. Practices in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies and procedures.

Job Responsibility

In collaboration with the anesthesia provider(s) is involved with the anesthesia plan of care
Considering age related needs, performs patient care activities, within the scope of practice
As a member of the anesthesia care team, assists with direct patient care for infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient
Working with minimal supervision, daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to the setup, application and assistance of: Non-invasive hemodynamic monitoring, induction of anesthesia for general/regional & local anesthesia, fiberoptic intubation, provide cricoid pressure, insertion of routine & difficult venipuncture, positioning of patient for surgery, anesthesia blocks, and emergency C-sections in labor & deliver
Responds to Code Blue, Code Pink, etc. with the anesthesia care team
Prepares and applies patient warming modalities when needed
Actively participates in: Problem identification and resolution, development of policies & procedures, quality improvement and staff development
Manages work assignments to ensure completion of patient care activities
Assembles anesthesia airway set up
Prepares machine for malignant hyperthermia & latex allergy when needed
Utilizing sterile technique, sets up and assists with placement of invasive monitoring equipment in routine and emergency situations, including: Arterial line, central venous pressure line, PA catheter, cardiac output and other monitoring adjuncts
Assists with obtaining lab specimens and ABGs
Is competent in the use of & quality assurance for Point of Care testing equipment
Coordinates patient monitoring equipment availability with PACU and Critical Care units
Works with perioperative team to facilitate a prompt room turnover
Assembles anesthesia equipment and supplies needed for general/regional/local anesthesia
Assists anesthesia provider with patient preparation, electrode placement, use of ultrasound/nerve stimulator devices, and performs mechanical task of pressing syringe plunger, as directed by the anesthesia provider, to instill medication during regional blocks
Ensuring sterile technique, prepares anesthesia trays and assists with procedures
Removes and appropriately disposes of supplies and equipment following procedures done by the anesthesia provider
Operates cell salvaging, intra-aortic balloon pumping and TEE devices as required
Performs cleaning, sterilization and decontamination of all non-disposable anesthesia related items
Considers budget while maintaining sufficient stock, and reviews for outdates, supplies and non-scheduled drugs in the anesthesia workroom, machines, carts, and auxiliary anesthetizing locations
Has understanding of medications commonly used in anesthesia including
purpose, proper storage, generic and proprietary names and labeling requirements
Coordinates with Pharmacy for out of stock drugs
Utilizes working knowledge and operation of all equipment and monitors
Performs routine checkout and upkeep of anesthesia equipment, inspects for damages and sends for repair or troubleshoots as needed
Coordinates with Biomedical Engineering for maintenance and repair of anesthesia equipment and ensures adequate back-up of equipment at all times
Coordinates trial, data collection and recommendations for purchase of new equipment
Works with engineering, maintains record/documentation of equipment maintenance and repairs
Maintains inventory of disposable and non-disposable equipment, including all supplies and initiates replacement using established contract vendors
Maintains & outdates supplies in emergency carts and boxes, such as code blue, malignant hyperthermia, fluid resuscitation/code purple, and fiberoptic/difficult airway
Assures a clean, orderly and functional work environment
Participates in relevant local, regional and national committees
Maintains working relationship with approved vendors
Organizes work to minimize the use of overtime
Identifies and assists in systems improvements for simplification or correction
Utilizes payroll and non-payroll resources to their maximum potential, assists manager in capital budget preparation
Consistently demonstrates a professional, supportive attitude
Initiates and supports new ideas and actively assists others
Confronts difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance
Actively participates in departmental professional development and mentors anesthesia students
Participates with the assessment of current and future learning needs and development of an annual educational plan
Supports a collaborative labor-management environment
Applies precautions
keeps a safe environment for self and others
Practices customer service standards as defined by the service area, medical center, and specific department
Performs other duties as assigned
Consistently supports compliance, the Principles of Responsibility, and Kaiser Permanentes Code of Conduct
Maintains and protects patient confidentiality
Adheres to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulation, accreditation and licenser requirements and Kaiser Permanentes policies and procedures

Requirements

Graduate of an Accredited program in Anesthesia Technology with an AS degree OR certified by the American Society of Technologists and Technicians (ASATT), as a Technologist
High School Diploma
I.V. Certification
American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians - Technologist
Anesthesia Technician Certificate from American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians
Basic Life Support
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Demonstrated ability to perform the duties and responsibilities required of a Certified Anesthesia Technologist
Must be able to lift 45 lbs of equipment from an overhead position on a daily basis
Must be able to push/pull up to 500 lbs
Keyboarding skills Upon training, must be able to use appropriate computer software applications, including the Health Connect system
Must be able to stand or walk continuously
Able to demonstrate knowledge and skill in the use of anesthesia equipment, including proper quality assurance, storage and troubleshooting
Working knowledge of Anesthesia department procedures, principles of asepsis and sterile technique
Able to demonstrate manual dexterity and mechanical ability
Must be able to exercise judgment and work efficiently and competently with minimal supervision
Utilizes effective communication strategies, which result in intended outcomes

Nice to have

Certificate of training for Drager, GE, or other anesthesia delivery systems, if not a graduate of a program
Minimum one (1) year of experience in a Cardiac OR and/or Level 1 trauma center
Associate Degree
previous experience anesthesia technician or technologist experience required

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