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Kaiser Permanente · 4 months ago

Certified Anesthesia Technologist (IV Certified) - Harbor City - On Call

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Kaiser Permanente is a healthcare organization seeking a Certified Anesthesia Technologist. The role involves assisting the Anesthesia provider in various tasks, including equipment setup, patient care, and maintenance of anesthesia monitoring equipment.

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Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Assembles basic anesthesia set up and equipment

Performs daily anesthesia machine check and subsequent leak tests between cases, including room set up

Removes disposables from OR at end of case

Troubleshoots the anesthesia machine and physiological monitors

Actively participates in problem identification and resolution

Collaborates with the anesthesia provider to develop individualized plan of care that reflects clinical findings

Prepares machine for malignant hyperthermia when needed

Assists the anesthesia provider with direct patient care: Insertion of difficult venapuncture- infant, child, adolescent and adult, induction, fiberoptic intubation, provides cricoid pressure as needed for intubation, positioning patient for anesthesia blocks, emergency C-sections and labor & delivery, responds to Code Blue, Code Pink, etc. with Anesthesia care team

Manages work assignments to ensure completion of patient care activities

Sets up invasive monitoring equipment in routine and emergency situations: Swan-Ganz catheter, arterial line, central venous pressure line, PA catheter, and cardiac output

Assists with direct patient care under the direction of the Anesthesia provider

Performs patient care activities, within the scope of practice, considering age related needs of the patient as assigned

Assists with obtaining lab specimens and ABGs, picks up and delivers, awaits results, as indicated

Coordinates patient monitoring and equipment availability with PACU and Critical Care units

Works with perioperative team to facilitate a prompt OR turnover

Assembles anesthesia equipment and supplies needed for general/regional anesthesia

Prepares anesthesia procedure trays as requested

Removes and disposes of all supplies and equipment, following procedures done by the Anesthesia provider

Performs cleaning, sterilization and decontamination of all non disposable anesthesia related items

Performs terminal cleaning for all equipment, as scheduled and as needed

Keeps sufficient stock of supplies and non scheduled drugs in anesthesia workroom, machines and carts

Reviews for outdated medications

Coordinates with Pharmacy for out of stock drugs

Utilizes working knowledge and operation of all equipment and monitors

Performs routine checkout and upkeep of the anesthesia monitoring equipment, as needed

Inspects instruments and equipment for damages and sends for repair or troubleshoots as needed

Coordinates with Biomedical Engineering for maintenance and repair of anesthesia monitoring equipment, as needed

Ensures adequate back-up of monitoring equipment at all times

Maintains record/documentation of equipment maintenance and repairs done in the department

Maintains inventory of all disposable and non-disposable equipment, including all supplies and orders as needed

Maintains supply 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 evaluation and recommendations for new equipment

Maintains working relationship with approved vendors

Organizes work to minimize the use of overtime

Identifies and assists in systems improvements that need simplification or correction

Utilizes payroll and non-payroll resources to their maximum potential

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

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

Perform 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

Qualification

Anesthesia equipment knowledgeIV CertificationBLS Provider CardAnesthesia Technician CertificateAdvanced Cardiac Life SupportBasic EKG certificateHealth Connect systemManual dexterityMechanical abilityEffective communication

Required

Able to demonstrate knowledge and skill in the use of anesthesia equipment, including trouble shooting

Working knowledge of Anesthesia department procedures

Knowledge of principles of asepsis

Demonstrated ability to perform the duties and responsibilities required of a Certified Anesthesia Technician

Able to demonstrate manual dexterity and mechanical ability

Must be able to lift 45 lbs equipment from an overhead position on a daily basis. Must be able push/pull up to 500 lbs

Must be able to stand or walk continuously

Must be able to exercise judgment and work efficiently and competently with minimal supervision

Utilizes effective communication strategies, which result in intended outcomes

Keyboarding skills Upon training, must be able to use appropriate computer software applications, including the Health Connect system

Graduate of an ASATT approved program in Anesthesia Technology with an AS degree OR a minimum of two years experience, as an Anesthesia Technician.High School Diploma

Valid BLS Provider Card

IV Certification or graduate of an ASATT approved program that provides IV training

Basic Life Support

Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Anesthesia Technician Certificate from American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians

I.V. Certification

Preferred

Basic EKG certificate/course

Certificate of training for Drager or GE Anesthesia systems, or other Anesthesia delivery systems

Company

Kaiser Permanente

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Kaiser Permanente is a health organization that offers disease prevention, mental healthcare, and chronic disease management services.

Founded in 1945

Oakland, California, USA

10001+ employees

https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org

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