Anesthesia Tech-Operating Room

Summary

Job Description:

Anesthesia Technician-Operating Room

Full-Time I First Shift (5x8’s)

Surgical Services I Lexington

Baptist Health Lexington Surgical Services Department encompasses several key areas: the Pre-Op Department, 20 operating rooms with a business office staff responsible for scheduling, a Postoperative Care Unit, an Endoscopy Department with dedicated pre- and post-op areas, and a Sterile Processing Department.

Description Anesthesia Technician Operating Room:

• •Assesses patient specific needs preoperatively i.e., resistant organisms, latex allergy, age specific and communicates with the surgical services team members regarding relevant patient and procedure data.
• •Communication and Teamwork.
• •Meets with anesthesiologists to identify needs of the department.
• •Meets with vendors to identify equipment /supplies needed for the department.
• •Assists in capital budget process. § Communicates with the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) regarding necessary changes, supplies/instrumentation needs.
• •Communicates conflicts in the OR schedule to the Chief Anesthesiologist/designee.
• •Coordinates special procedures with SPD. § Instructs staff regarding proper usage of and handling of anesthesia equipment.
• •Assists with staff Scheduling/coordinates coverage.
• •Demonstration of leadership.
• •Customer relations and healing environment.
• •Ensures positive customer relations through caring behaviors.
• •Uses sensitivity in managing difficult or emotional situations.
• •Previous experience as an Anesthesia Technician., preferred not required.

Requirements Anesthesia Technician Operating Room:

• •Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date.
• •High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Benefits:

• •Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
• •Life Insurance
• •Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• •Identity Theft Protection
• •Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
• •Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• •5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
• •Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
• •PTO Sell Back Program
• •Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
• •Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
• •Retirement with Company Match

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.