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Job Description Park Nicollet Health Services Job Title: Anesthesia Technician Job Code: 822-080 Leader Title Level: Supervisor Location: MH, PNASC Department: Anesthesia Final Approval (Dir. or VP Level): Director Date Approved: 08/07/2002 Date Revised: 02/16/2024 POSITION SUMMARY STATEMENT: The Anesthesia Technician maintains the cleanliness of the anesthesia environment and assures that anesthesia supplies and equipment are ready for use, thus assisting with the smooth efficient operation of the daily schedule. The Anesthesia Technician also assists with the placement of invasive monitoring lines and epidural blocks. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination: NA Licensure/ Registration/ Certification: NA Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Good physical and mental health. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination: NA Licensure/ Registration/ Certification: NA Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Desirable to have some knowledge or be willing to learn the use of invasive monitoring equipment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: (30%) - Assures all anesthesia equipment is ready for use and anesthesia environment is clean. Keeps all the equipment clean and keeps all the parts that are necessary to operate the equipment together. Restocks all supplies and equipment in the anesthesia workroom. Restocks all supplies on anesthesia carts. Keeps workroom cupboards, counters, drawers, and refrigerator clean and orderly. Does major cleaning of the gas machines as scheduled. Checks all emergency anesthesia supplies and equipment that are stocked outside of the department. (30%) - Provides fast paced anesthesia room turnover to facilitate the OR schedule. Performs gas machine circuit leak tests between each case. Restocks as needed between cases. (20%) - Prepares the anesthesia supplies and equipment for the next day's schedule and assures a clean environment. Assures anesthesia carts and gas machines are replenished and cleaned. Assures all cupboards are restocked and dusted. Assures each operating room has the appropriate accessory equipment: blood pressure cuffs, stethoscopes, infusion bags, circuits, IV stands, ether screen, nerve stimulators, phone number lists, etc. (15%) - Assists with placement of invasive lines and epidural blocks. Assembles all the supplies and equipment and prepares all monitoring lines for insertion using sterile technique. Prepares invasive line set-up, NS, flushes all tubing, assuring all lines are without air. Fills a 10cc syringe with the NS, labels and dates the syringe. Removes the last stopcock and last 12 inches of the plastic tubing, maintaining sterile technique, and attaches to syringe (takes to POHR). Prepares the OR monitors and obtains transducer. Calibrates the transducers and assures their functioning. Prepares the equipment and supplies in POHR or the OR for the appropriate line insertions. Assists the anesthesiologist with the line insertions and, if applicable, with the insertion of epidural catheter. Assists with the lines during transport. (5%) - Stands by during emergencies to deliver stat labs and blood products to and from the OR. Performs other duties as assigned. *Job description rankings/percentages are intended to reflect normal averages over an extended period of time, and are subject to daily variances. Quality and efficiency standards should at no time be compromised to meet the average expectations expressed above. Job descriptions are subject to change to accommodate organization or department needs. ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS: Values All colleagues are expected to live our values: Excellence: We strive for the best results and always look for ways to improve. Compassion: We care and show empathy and respect for each person. Partnership: We are strongest when we work together and with those we serve. Integrity: We are open and honest, and we keep our commitments. Additional Expectations: Complies with safety instructions, observe safe ork practices, provides input on safety issues, and promotes a safe work environment. Maintains regular and timely attendance. Protects confidentiality. Demonstrates participation in and support of the organization's Corporate Integrity Program by participating in compliance-related education and training and complying with the organization's policies and procedures. Timely completion of all mandatory education and organizational requirements (i.e., licensure/certification, Employee Health and Wellness requirements, annual training, etc.) POPULATION SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES: Yes No Does this employee have direct patient contact? x Departments will need to determine the appropriate competencies in their areas for their specific patient populations documented in the essential duties section. Examples of items that can be included are: Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the patient or situation specific to the needs of the population served. Communicates effectively with patients, families, and team members. Integrates practices that supports patient safety, acknowledges variations in populations served. Anticipates the needs of the population served as well as the unique characteristics of the communities served. Anticipates the needs of the population in providing culturally responsive care and develops an individualized plan for patients and families. LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY: Please describe the degree to which the position directs the work of others or coordinates workflow of a clinic, department, or functional area. If applicable, indicate the number of people and the titles for which this position directly and/or indirectly directs the work of others or coordinates workflow. NA Critical Job Demands Section 1: Place an "X' next to ONE of the terms that best describes the frequency for each of the Critical Demands. Critical Demands N/A 0% Rare 1-5% (Up to a 1/2 hour) Occa 6-33% (1/2 hour to 3 hours) Freq 34-66% (3 to 5 hours) Cont 67-100% (5 to 8 hours) Standing - Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about. x Walking - Moving about on foot. x Sitting - Remaining in a seated position. x Squatting - Assuming or maintaining a crouching position with the knees bent. x Reaching - Stretching out or extending to touch or grasp. x Lifting - Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling). x Carrying - Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder. x Pushing/Pulling - Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away/towards from the force. x Handling/Fingering - (includes typing, computer work, gripping, grasping, and pinching) x Section 2: Place an "X" next to ONE of the terms that best describes the Strength Rating for this job classification whichis expressed by one of five terms: Sedentary, Light, Medium, Heavy, and Very Heavy. Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently... For full info follow application link. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We are committed to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. A culture where every person feels welcome, included, and valued. It s an important part of our Head + Heart, Together culture, and critical to our success.