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Kaiser Permanente · 3 months ago

Certified Anesthesia Technologist - South Bay - On Call Evenings

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Kaiser Permanente is a healthcare organization seeking a Certified Anesthesia Technologist to assist anesthesia providers under supervision. The role involves preparing and applying patient care activities, coordinating with the anesthesia care team, and ensuring the proper setup and maintenance of anesthesia equipment.

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Responsibilities

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

Qualification

Anesthesia Technician CertificateAdvanced Cardiac Life SupportI.V. CertificationHealth Connect systemAnesthesia equipment knowledgeManual dexterityMechanical abilityQuality assuranceEffective communication

Required

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

Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Anesthesia Technician Certificate from American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians

Basic 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