• In collaboration with the anesthesia provider(s) is involved with the anesthesia plan of care.
• Considering age related needs, performs patient care activities, within the scope of practice. As a member of the anesthesia care team, assists with direct patient care for infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient.
• Working with minimal supervision, daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to the setup, application and assistance of: Non-invasive hemodynamic monitoring, induction of anesthesia for general/regional & local anesthesia, fiberoptic intubation, provide cricoid pressure, insertion of routine & difficult venipuncture, positioning of patient for surgery, anesthesia blocks, and emergency C-sections in labor & deliver.
• Responds to Code Blue, Code Pink, etc. with the anesthesia care team.
• Prepares and applies patient warming modalities when needed.
• Actively participates in: Problem identification and resolution, development of policies & procedures, quality improvement and staff development.
• Manages work assignments to ensure completion of patient care activities.
• Assembles anesthesia airway set up. Prepares machine for malignant hyperthermia & latex allergy when needed.
• Utilizing sterile technique, sets up and assists with placement of invasive monitoring equipment in routine and emergency situations, including: Arterial line, central venous pressure line, PA catheter, cardiac output and other monitoring adjuncts.
• Assists with obtaining lab specimens and ABG's.
  
• Is competent in the use of & quality assurance for Point of Care testing equipment.
• Coordinates patient monitoring equipment availability with PACU and Critical Care units.
• Works with perioperative team to facilitate a prompt room turnover.
• Assembles anesthesia equipment and supplies needed for general/regional/local anesthesia.
• Assists anesthesia provider with patient preparation, electrode placement, use of ultrasound/nerve stimulator devices, and performs mechanical task of pressing syringe plunger, as directed by the anesthesia provider, to instill medication during regional blocks.
• Ensuring sterile technique, prepares anesthesia trays and assists with procedures.
• Removes and appropriately disposes of supplies and equipment following procedures done by the anesthesia provider.
• Operates cell salvaging, intra-aortic balloon pumping and TEE devices as required.
• Performs cleaning, sterilization and decontamination of all non-disposable anesthesia related items.
• Considers budget while maintaining sufficient stock, and reviews for outdates, supplies and non-scheduled drugs in the anesthesia workroom, machines, carts, and auxiliary anesthetizing locations.
• Has understanding of medications commonly used in anesthesia including; purpose, proper storage, generic and proprietary names and labeling requirements.
• Coordinates with Pharmacy for out of stock drugs.
• Utilizes working knowledge and operation of all equipment and monitors.
• Performs routine checkout and upkeep of anesthesia equipment, inspects for damages and sends for repair or troubleshoots as needed.
• Coordinates with Biomedical Engineering for maintenance and repair of anesthesia equipment and ensures adequate back-up of equipment at all times.
• Coordinates trial, data collection and recommendations for purchase of new equipment.
• Works with engineering, maintains record/documentation of equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Maintains inventory of disposable and non-disposable equipment, including all supplies and initiates replacement using established contract vendors.
• Maintains & outdates supplies in emergency carts and boxes, such as code blue, malignant hyperthermia, fluid resuscitation/code purple, and fiberoptic/difficult airway.
• Assures a clean, orderly and functional work environment.
• Participates in relevant local, regional and national committees.
• Maintains working relationship with approved vendors.
• Organizes work to minimize the use of overtime.
• Identifies and assists in systems improvements for simplification or correction.
• Utilizes payroll and non-payroll resources to their maximum potential, assists manager in capital budget preparation.
• Consistently demonstrates a professional, supportive attitude.
• Initiates and supports new ideas and actively assists others.
• Confronts difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance.
• Actively participates in departmental professional development and mentors anesthesia students.
• Participates with the assessment of current and future learning needs and development of an annual educational plan.
• Supports a collaborative labor-management environment.
• Applies precautions; keeps a safe environment for self and others.
• Practices customer service standards as defined by the service area, medical center, and specific department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Consistently supports compliance, the Principles of Responsibility, and Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct.
• Maintains and protects patient confidentiality.
• Adheres to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulation, accreditation and licenser requirements and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures.

• N/A

• Graduate of an Accredited program in Anesthesia Technology with an AS degree OR certified by the American Society of Technologists and Technicians (ASATT), as a Technologist
• High School Diploma.

• Certified Anesthesia Technologist designated by the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists & Technicians (ASATT).
• Valid ACLS & BCLS Provider Card.
• IV Certification or a graduate of an Accredited Anesthesia Technology Program.

• Demonstrated ability to perform the duties and responsibilities required of a Certified Anesthesia Technologist.
• Must be able to lift 45 lbs. of equipment from an overhead position on a daily basis.
• Must be able to push/pull up to 500 lbs.
• Keyboarding skills Upon training, must be able to use appropriate computer software applications, including the Health Connect system.
• Must be able to stand or walk continuously.
• Able to demonstrate knowledge and skill in the use of anesthesia equipment, including proper quality assurance, storage and troubleshooting.
• Working knowledge of Anesthesia department procedures, principles of asepsis and sterile technique.
• Able to demonstrate manual dexterity and mechanical ability.
• Must be able to exercise judgment and work efficiently and competently with minimal supervision.
• Utilizes effective communication strategies, which result in intended outcomes.

• Certificate of training for Drager, GE, or other anesthesia delivery systems, if not a graduate of a program.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in a Cardiac OR and/or Level 1 trauma center.
• Associate Degree

Notes:

• Additional PD position to meet the needs of the department
• This is an on call position, days and hours may vary according to the department needs.