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Anesthesiologist Assist Orlando Health- Jewett Orthopedic Institute

Orlando Health, Orlando, Florida, us, 32885


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Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute ( OHJOI)Department:

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Anesthesiologist AssistOrlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute is one of the regions largest orthopedic and sports medicine practices, providing comprehensive care for more than 250,000 patients each year. In August 2023, the institute opened Floridas first dedicated orthopedic hospital, featuring 75 private inpatient rooms, 10 operating suites with four virtually connected suites that can be used to train surgeons around the world, and a state-of-the-art research and innovation center with a 10-station bio skills lab and 3D printer.In March 2023, a new medical pavilion opened adjacent to the hospital and houses outpatient clinics, an imaging suite, physical therapy spaces and the largest orthopedic ambulatory surgery center in Florida. Expertise, technology and services come together under one roof and cover the whole spectrum of care from prevention and diagnostics to therapeutic and surgical treatment options to physical therapy, rehabilitation and performance health. The institute also holds official medical roles with multiple professional, college and high school athletic teams as well as well-known sporting events and venues.Click here to learn more about Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic InstituteThe Anesthesiologist Assist Administers anesthesia and anesthesia related care under the direction of attending anesthesiologist in the operating room and satellite areasResponsibilities:Essential FunctionsParticipates in pre-anesthetic preparation and evaluation.Performs pre-anesthetic assessment prior to each procedure as directed by attending anesthesiologist.Formulates a patient specific anesthetic plan of care in collaboration with attending anesthesiologist.Determines, prepares, and ensures necessary medications, equipment, and adjunct therapies for administration ofanesthetics.Initiates plan of anesthesia care (general, regional, monitored anesthesia care) under the direction of attendinganesthesiologist.Prepares and tests anesthesia equipment to ensure proper functioning.Inserts and/or uses invasive and non-invasive monitoring devices for continuous evaluation of patients status underanesthesia.Demonstrates proficiency in monitoring and management of airway; cardiovascular, pulmonary, and neuromuscular status;and emergence and recovery from an anesthetic.Supervises, instructs, and evaluates student anesthetists.Maintains legible, accurate and complete medical records for each anesthetic administered.Transfers responsibility for care of the patient to other qualified providers post operatively. Ensures continuity of care andpatient safety.Adheres to patient and personnel safety procedures (infection control, fire, safety electrical and chemical hazards).Perform post-anesthesia evaluations as directed by attending anesthesiologist.Demonstrates proficiency with maintenance of equipment and clean work areas. Reports necessary equipment repairs andadjustments via proper channels.Participates in interdisciplinary teams to enhanced patient safety and quality delivery of anesthesia care.Participates in the quality assessment processes developed by Orlando Health and the Anesthesiology Department.Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal,state and local standards.Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Other Related FunctionsCommunicates appropriately in a manner that is supportive, timely and understandable.Acts with a positive professional demeanor towards staff, patients and families.Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication with physicians, employees, patients and families.Maintains privacy at all times for patient and employee information.Maintains positive working relationships with physicians, employees, administration.Recognizes and respects the OH Mission Statement. Values and respects integrity, stewardship and excellence.Participates in performance improvement activities throughout the organization.Participates as a team member and is accountable for personal work responsibilities.Demonstrates accountability for personal actions and decisions. Schedules time off to avoid disrupting workflow.Creates a work environment that facilitates and encourages involvement of the staff in critical thinking to ensureprofessional anesthesia practice, as well as, recruitment and retention of staff with diverse background and appropriateeducation and expertise.Qualifications:Education/TrainingGraduate of accredited Anesthesiologist Assistant Program.

Licensure/CertificationMeets all of the following:Current license as an Anesthesiologist Assistant in the State of FloridaCurrent certification by the National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA)Maintains current certification in Healthcare Provider/BLS, ACLS and PALS.

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