Anesthesia Tech- Elliot 1-Day Surgery Center- Full Time

About the role

The Elliot 1 Day Surgery Center is a state-of-the-art facility located at the Elliot Hospital in Manchester, New Hampshire. It's designed to provide minimally invasive surgical procedures with the highest level of quality care and patient satisfaction. The surgery center offers a wide range of services, including laparoscopic surgery, endoscopy, urology, and gynecology. Patients can expect the latest technologies and top-level expertise from skilled surgeons and staff. The center also offers pre-surgical testing, post-operative care, and education to ensure a smooth transition back to normal activities. The Anesthesia Tech will perform a variety of activities in support of Anesthesia personnel and ancillary Operating Room personnel while providing a safe environment for the administration of anesthesia care. The incumbent will maintain the supportive continuum of safe anesthesia administration in Labor & Delivery, Urology, Radiology, Cardiac Cath, and Mobile Diagnostic Technology; will ensure the cleanliness of equipment and support patient safety by performing routine equipment checks; and will function as an essential member of the Operating Room team, promoting a professional, respectful, and efficient work and patient care environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the set-up, care, and maintenance of all anesthesia equipment. Assist anesthesia staff by obtaining and setting up specialty equipment for procedures as requested.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibrations as specified by the manufacturer and approved by the Biomedical Engineering Department.
• Clean, change filters, and reassemble anesthesia equipment, checking all equipment and alarms for proper functioning between all cases daily.
• Restock anesthesia cart and anesthesia machine according to procedures.
• Work collaboratively with the hospital Purchasing and Biomedical Engineering Departments to arrange for preventative maintenance, scheduling of service contract QC inspections/repairs, as well as emergency repairs and requests for loaner equipment, as needed.
• Maintain supply of personal protective equipment and ensure proper handling of sharps containers, soiled linen, and trash.
• Provide support to Anesthesiologists, CRNAs, and Registered Nurses to ensure collaborative, safe, and efficient patient care processes. Assist licensed staff with the transfer of patients to stretchers, beds, and/or operating tables.
• Ensure a professional, respectful, and effective patient care and working environment through consistent use of appropriate interpersonal and communication skills. Carry out all patient interactions in a manner that considers the age-specific needs of the patient.
• Function as an integral member of the Operating Room team, demonstrating initiative and willingness to assist others to meet desired outcomes. Demonstrate positive customer relations skills that promote a positive image of the department.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patients, coworkers, and Elliot Hospital information
• Work must be performed on-site.
• Cover for absences by rotating or working extra shifts, with the requirement to assume assignments in other areas to meet patient needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Medical Technician Certification from the State of New Hampshire is required, unless another current NH state license is held.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certificate required.
• Previous experience in an Operating Room setting preferred.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with adult patients, geriatric patients, occasional infants, pediatric and adolescent patients, families, coworkers, physicians, and staff from other departments
• Ability to plan and perform diversified duties requiring basic knowledge of a variety of clinical tasks and the use

Benefits

Additional Information

Come work at the best place to give and receive care! Job Description: Up to $3,000 Sign-On Bonus for full-time positions!

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