Anesthesia Technician, Anesthesiology, Full-Time, Days

ABOUT MARINHEALTH a UCSF Affiliate

Come and be a part of our healing team at the award-winning MarinHealth! Ranked in the top 3% of general hospitals in the country, we have made great strides since returning to our roots as an independent hospital. As Marin County's only acute hospital and a vital resource for a wide range of essential health care services, it is our mission-and our passion-to excel in every medical specialty. We attract the finest physicians and employees who appreciate having the best of both worlds: the resources and medical sophistication of an academic medical center combined with the personalized, caring touch of an independent hospital. We have an exceptionally collaborative team that adheres to the highest service excellence standards to ensure that we deliver world-class, personalized care to patients. Our Joint-Commission accredited hospital has won numerous awards and certifications in delivering best-in-class health care in the San Francisco Bay Area.

WHAT WE OFFER

MarinHealth offers a generous suite of employee benefits, which includes a comprehensive and rich health benefits program (medical, dental, vision and prescription plans). Our robust Wellness @ Work program (e.g. onsite health & fitness classes, discounts, etc) also promotes a healthier lifestyle for employees and to support you on your Healthy Healer journey. Other benefits include, but are not limited to, a 403(b) contribution plan and company-funded retirement plan, life insurance, vacation, holiday and sick leave, which you will start accruing immediately. Our benefits are highly competitive and considered to be one of the best in the Bay Area! Find your healing place at MarinHealth.

External hires are subject to a background check and pre-employment medical screen. Qualified applicants with arrest records and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal, state and local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status and any other classifications protected by federal, state & local laws.

JOB SUMMARY:

It is the responsibility of the Anesthesia Technologist to assist the Anesthesiologist staff; to clean, organize, and to prepare anesthesia and monitoring equipment; and to maintain collaborative relationships with Anesthesiologists, operating room staff, vendors, and other hospital departments. The position provides technical support to anesthesiologists and surgical staff under the supervision of the assistant nurse manager or designee.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION

High school diploma (or GED) required. Requires the completion of a course in medical terminology and the ability to read, write and speak English.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of one year operating room experience required, (previous Anesthesia Technologist experience preferred); or

• Sufficient experience at MarinHealth Medical Center; which provides the necessary skills and knowledge for entry in the position

PREREQUISITE SKILLS

• Ability to maintain collaborative relationships with operating room management and staff

• Ability to work effectively and tactfully and to represent MGH appropriately during contacts with the public and sale representatives

• Ability to work independently and under supervision within hospital and department policies

• Good verbal and non-verbal and written communication skills

LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Current BLS-HP
• American Society of Anesthesia Technologists & Technicians (ASATT) preferred (required for Certified level)
• Cell Saver Certification preferred (required for Certified level)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

ESSENTIAL (not modifiable)

• Prepares equipment for use, including but not limited to:

• CVP, Arterial Lines

• Anesthesia Machines

• Swan-Ganz Lines

• Monitoring Equipment

• Humidifier

• Ventilators

• Meets anesthesiologist's and patient needs within parameters of department and hospital policies and procedures

• Assists with ordering, obtaining and stocking supplies

• Assists with record keeping

• Responsible for preparing, cleaning and trouble-shooting of all anesthesia and monitoring equipment

• Responsible for preventative maintenance and/or repair of all anesthesia and monitoring equipment (as qualified)

• Responsible for documentation of daily equipment preparation activities

• Utilizes cost effective practices to assess supply and equipment needs and expenditures within budget

• Maintains and increases skills and knowledge base through continued education and staff in-services

• Evaluates contemporary equipment, supply and technique developments as they relate to MGH anesthesia practices

• Demonstrates competence in unit specific skills

SECONDARY (modifiable)

Other duties as assigned

MarinHealth remains committed to the health and safety of our employees, patients, and the entire community. As such, MarinHealth requires employees to receive all required immunizations, including, MMR, flu (seasonal availability), and COVID-19 vaccine + booster, as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, as required. Any exemptions from these requirements may be granted for limited and specific situations.

The compensation for this role listed on this posting is in compliance with applicable law. The selected candidate's compensation will be determined based on the individual's skills, experience, internal/market equity factors, and qualifications. This posted minimum and maximum range represents the minimum and maximum of what we reasonably expect to compensate for the position. Furthermore, all compensation decisions are ultimately determined in accordance with our compensation philosophy. Compensation for positions covered by collective bargaining agreements are governed by the agreements in the aforementioned document.