UT Southwestern
Anesthesia Tech
UT Southwestern, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Anesthesia Technician Full Time 2:30 PM -11:00 PM
Why UT Southwestern? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the #1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth for the fifth consecutive year, we invite you to continue your healthcare career with us at William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital. You’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for learning and advancement into leadership roles.
Experience and Education
High School Diploma or equivalentBasic Life Support (BLS) certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC).Anesthesia Technician Certification (ASATT) preferred.Able to operate basic/standard anesthesia equipment.One (1) to two (2) years or greater experience as an Anesthesia Tech.Able to serve as a professional and technical subject matter expert.Graduate of a formal program or documented on-the-job training.Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.Job Duties
Perform daily care and maintenance of CVIR/OR anesthesia machine by inspecting machine for proper working order, cleanliness, appropriate pipeline supply of gases and cylinder gas pressures, proper valve and circuit controls, leaks, and proper calibrations. Removes improperly working anesthesia machines from service and immediately notifies the CVIR/OR leadership.Assist the Anesthesiologist with patient transport, technical and support services, and patient care during the induction process.Assist the Anesthesiologist with set-up and placement of invasive monitoring lines and dressing application relative to age-specific concerns for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults.Assist in performing blood gas assessment analysis, labs as appropriate, and distribute results to the CVIR/OR in an efficient and timely manner.Perform proper end-of-procedure anesthesia decontamination procedures. Discard all disposable patient care items in the appropriate color-coded bag and decontaminate reusable anesthesia equipment using an appropriate hospital-grade disinfectant. Clean the anesthesia machine and prepare CVIR/OR for the following procedure by replacing all disposable items.Exhibit a positive attitude in support of the hospital and management including decisions made by the administration and/or management. Refrain from making negative comments about UTSW, medical staff, managers, and/or coworkers.Maintain an adequate inventory of CVIR/OR anesthesia supplies and equipment in a cost-effective manner. Stock CVIR/OR anesthesia carts to appropriate PAR's, assist in transporting patients as needed, and assist in room turnover as needed.Communicate unresolved issues (relative to staffing, the environment, and performance) to CVIR/OR leadership in an objective and timely manner.Operate, clean, and process anesthesia equipment according to manufacturer's instructions. Perform routine maintenance on anesthesia-related equipment to ensure proper working order and report all safety hazards.Serve as a professional and technical subject matter expert, resource person, and/or preceptor to new staff and complete written clinical performance evaluation form in a timely manner.Ensure adequate oxygen supplies are in CVIR/OR. Not to exceed compartment requirements.Organize and prioritize anesthesia tasks based on identified need and perform anesthesia duties in a manner that is cost-effective without compromising quality patient care. Participate in unit performance improvement activities.Working Conditions
Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents in lieu of stated minimum require prior approval of the Vice President for Human Resources, or his/her designee.Benefits
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copayPaid Time Off, available day oneRetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)Paid Parental Leave BenefitWellness programsTuition ReimbursementPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified EmployerLearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
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Why UT Southwestern? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the #1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth for the fifth consecutive year, we invite you to continue your healthcare career with us at William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital. You’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for learning and advancement into leadership roles.
Experience and Education
High School Diploma or equivalentBasic Life Support (BLS) certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC).Anesthesia Technician Certification (ASATT) preferred.Able to operate basic/standard anesthesia equipment.One (1) to two (2) years or greater experience as an Anesthesia Tech.Able to serve as a professional and technical subject matter expert.Graduate of a formal program or documented on-the-job training.Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.Job Duties
Perform daily care and maintenance of CVIR/OR anesthesia machine by inspecting machine for proper working order, cleanliness, appropriate pipeline supply of gases and cylinder gas pressures, proper valve and circuit controls, leaks, and proper calibrations. Removes improperly working anesthesia machines from service and immediately notifies the CVIR/OR leadership.Assist the Anesthesiologist with patient transport, technical and support services, and patient care during the induction process.Assist the Anesthesiologist with set-up and placement of invasive monitoring lines and dressing application relative to age-specific concerns for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults.Assist in performing blood gas assessment analysis, labs as appropriate, and distribute results to the CVIR/OR in an efficient and timely manner.Perform proper end-of-procedure anesthesia decontamination procedures. Discard all disposable patient care items in the appropriate color-coded bag and decontaminate reusable anesthesia equipment using an appropriate hospital-grade disinfectant. Clean the anesthesia machine and prepare CVIR/OR for the following procedure by replacing all disposable items.Exhibit a positive attitude in support of the hospital and management including decisions made by the administration and/or management. Refrain from making negative comments about UTSW, medical staff, managers, and/or coworkers.Maintain an adequate inventory of CVIR/OR anesthesia supplies and equipment in a cost-effective manner. Stock CVIR/OR anesthesia carts to appropriate PAR's, assist in transporting patients as needed, and assist in room turnover as needed.Communicate unresolved issues (relative to staffing, the environment, and performance) to CVIR/OR leadership in an objective and timely manner.Operate, clean, and process anesthesia equipment according to manufacturer's instructions. Perform routine maintenance on anesthesia-related equipment to ensure proper working order and report all safety hazards.Serve as a professional and technical subject matter expert, resource person, and/or preceptor to new staff and complete written clinical performance evaluation form in a timely manner.Ensure adequate oxygen supplies are in CVIR/OR. Not to exceed compartment requirements.Organize and prioritize anesthesia tasks based on identified need and perform anesthesia duties in a manner that is cost-effective without compromising quality patient care. Participate in unit performance improvement activities.Working Conditions
Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents in lieu of stated minimum require prior approval of the Vice President for Human Resources, or his/her designee.Benefits
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage100% coverage for preventive healthcare – no copayPaid Time Off, available day oneRetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)Paid Parental Leave BenefitWellness programsTuition ReimbursementPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified EmployerLearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
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