Anesthesia Technician- Waukesha Memorial Hospital- 0.8 FTE

What You Will Do:

In the Operating Room, the Anesthesia Tech assists the RN and/or physician as an integral team member in the full spectrum of procedures requiring anesthesia intervention. 

Some of the key responsibilities include: 

• Maintains cleanliness, readiness, organization, and stock levels in the anesthesia work room, all anesthesia workstations, and OR's, which includes restocking of anesthesia Med carts.
• Prepares and assembles equipment necessary for invasive procedures, and assists Anesthesiologist as needed.
• Activates anesthesia machines daily, completing leak tests, able to calibrate oximeter on anesthesia machines.
• Demonstrates Knowledge of emergency situations and difficult airway equipment.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive patient care in a cost effective environment.
• Has working knowledge of anesthesia agents, reversal agents, analgesics, and anti-emetics.

What You Will Need: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a program for anesthesia tech, surgical tech or previous anesthesia tech or EMT experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association or ability to obtain upon hire