Anesthesia Tech New! Anesthesiology | Part-Time | Phoenix Quick Apply! Anesthesiology Type: Loc[...]

Shift: Mon‑Fri, (Days Vary), Days, 5am‑1:30pm

Category: Patient Care Services (Tech & Asst)

Posting #: 986895

Employee Type: Part‑Time

Position Summary

Part‑time, Mon‑Fri 5am‑1:30pm, two 8‑hour shifts (varied days). This position performs a variety of technical support functions related to provision of supplies and equipment for the anesthesiologists in all patient areas to provide for the ongoing maintenance of the area in accordance with all standards and requirements.

Position Duties

• Acts as liaison between anesthesiologists and materials and supplies personnel, recommending and assisting with changes in supplies.
• Performs a variety of anesthesia technical procedures:
  1. Operates blood gas analyzing machine in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and established laboratory guidelines.
  2. Assists with invasive line preparation and monitoring during surgical procedures to provide for maintenance of safe patient care and initiates appropriate corrective action for breaks in technique occurrences.
  3. Assists to perform room turnovers as part of procedural team to ensure optimal efficiency and availability to meet physician, department, and patient needs.
  4. Seeks guidance from appropriate sources for performing or assisting with procedures as needed, based on level of personal expertise.
  5. Serves as preceptor and orients students and staff regarding functions, duties, and role of Anesthesia Tech.
• Performs daily preventative checks and maintenance of all anesthesia machines including filters, hoses, bellows, and soda lime.
• Reviews requirements of patient, physician, and procedure idiosyncrasies to assess set up, equipment, and supply needs; communicates with procedural team to provide for thorough preparedness.
• Re‑stocks and supplies and cleans all anesthesia carts and machines to provide for efficient, effective, and safe department operations.
• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.

Phoenix Children’s Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission
To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision
Phoenix Children’s will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by:

• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well‑being of children and families

Values

• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable

Position Qualifications

Experience and required certifications. Applicants must meet each of the following:

• 6 months previous Anesthesia Tech experience (Preferred)
• Experience working with pediatric population (Preferred)
• Current BLS certification for Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association (Required)
• ASATT certification (Preferred)

Additional Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential

Physical Requirements

1. Climbing – Occasionally
2. Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) – Frequently
3. Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) – Constantly
4. Hearing – Constantly
5. Pushing/pulling – Frequently
6. Reaching – Frequently
7. Sitting – Occasionally
8. Standing – Constantly
9. Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling – Occasionally
10. Talking – Constantly
11. Tasting/smelling – Constantly
12. Walking – Constantly
13. Near Vision – Constantly
14. Far Vision – Frequently
15. Color Discrimination – Constantly
16. Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment – Frequently
17. Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance – Occasionally
18. Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance – Occasionally

Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential

• Inside office environment – Applicable
• Outdoor weather conditions – Applicable
• Extreme temperatures – Applicable
• Confined areas – Applicable
• High places – Applicable
• Extreme noise levels – Applicable
• Airborne communicable diseases – Applicable
• Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid – Applicable
• Fumes or airborne particles – Applicable
• Hazardous materials exposure – Applicable
• Radiation exposure – Applicable
• Toxic or caustic chemicals – Applicable