Anesthesia Aide-Tech
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JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
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Provides assistance to the anesthesiologists, under the direction and supervision of both the anesthesia medical staff and the registered nursing staff in surgery.
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DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
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The Anesthesia team at Samaritan Health Services provides analgesia (relief from or prevention of pain), paralysis (muscle relaxation), amnesia (loss of memory), or unconsciousness. We are responsible for pre-anesthetic evaluation and care, medical management of the anesthetic procedure, management of the patient during surgery and post-care, and medical direction of any assisting non-physician who provides anesthesia care to the patient. Our hospitals are in accordance with the ASA Guidelines for the Ethical Practice of Anesthesiology and Guidelines for Patient Care in Anesthesiology.
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EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
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High School diploma or equivalent required.
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One (1) year experience in a similar position or successful completion of an ASATT accredited Anesthesia Technician or Technologist program required.
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Healthcare Provider BLS required.
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KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
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Time Management: Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
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Team Building: Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
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Stress Tolerance and Self Control: Ability to maintain patience and composure, control emotions, set clear boundaries and moderate high stress, difficult situations.
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Social Perceptiveness: Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
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Mechanical: Knowledge of tools and equipment and how to use machines or systems. Ability to safely and effectively operate a variety of computerized simulation and treatment machines.
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Confidentiality: Knowledge of State and Federal (HIPAA) laws pertaining to confidentiality of protected health information. Ability to comply with laws and maintain confidentiality of patient information.
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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Rarely
(1 - 10% of the time)Occasionally
(11 - 33% of the time)Frequently
(34 - 66% of the time)Continually
(67 – 100% of the time)WALK – INCLINE
CLIMB - STAIRS
CLIMB - LADDER
SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)
SQUAT Repetitive
KNEEL (on knees)
CRAWL (hands & knees)
SIT
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs
LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 40 - 60 Lbs
LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 40 - 60 Lbs
LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
REACH - Upward
STAND
WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
BEND FORWARD at waist
ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
ROTATE TRUNK Standing
REACH - Forward
MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
FINGER DEXTERITY
PINCH Fingers
GRASP Hand/Fist
PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
PULL (0-20 pounds force)
None specified
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