Critical Care Tech- rotating schedule

Job Requirements Schedule options

1 pm to 9: 30

or

11:00 am to 7:30 pm

Job summary

• The Critical Care Technician assists staff Anesthesiologists in preparing and performing a variety of anesthesia preparations and procedures in the operation rooms and in remote anesthetizing locations. This position is proficient in the application of all anesthesia preparations and procedures.
• EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma or GED (Required) Associates Degree in Anesthesia Technology OR two (2) years’ experience in an Anesthesia Tech or Critical Care Tech role (Required) Completion of Anesthesia
• Tech
• Program (Preferred)
• Certification/
• Licensure/
• REGISTRATION: ACLS Certification or Certification by the American Association of Anesthesia Technicians and Technologists (ASATT) (Preferred)

Work Experience KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Strong Verbal Communications Skills, Strong Written Communications Skills, Excel - Intermediate Level, PowerPoint - Intermediate Level, MS Word - Intermediate Level, Excellent Organizational Skills

Physical requirements and demands

Adequate hearing to perform job duties in person and over the telephone. Hears alarms/telephone/tape recorder/normal speaking voice. Must be able to accurately document pertinent information either by writing or typing.

JOB ROLE

• Operative
• Procedure
• Accountabilities: Applies all equipment used in the operative care of the anesthetized patient and performs all duties at the direction of the Anesthesiologist, Nurse Anesthetists staff (CRNA), manager or lead technician. Applies all equipment used in the operative care of the anesthetized patient and performs all duties at the direction of the Anesthesiologist, Nurse Anesthetist staff (CRNA), manager or lead technician. Processes equipment used in anesthesia and the management of the anesthetized patient. Is competent in troubleshooting anesthesia equipment failures as a first responder. Is competent in the use of anesthesia equipment, monitoring and rapid blood delivery devices, for intraoperative and post-operative use. Uses knowledge of sterile technique to assist with central line and pulmonary artery catheter placement.

Post-Operative Accountabilities

At the conclusion of each case and as directed by departmental policy and procedure, participates in the training/ orientation of new staff members to the operating room setting. Readies anesthesia equipment for subsequent use.