Job Summary:

The Lead Anesthesia Technician is an integral member of the anesthesia patient care team who works under the Department of Anesthesiology to assist the anesthesia providers in various settings by providing support for routine surgical cases by assisting in the preparation and maintenance of patient equipment and anesthesia delivery systems before, during and after anesthesia. The Lead Anesthesia Technician reports to the Technical Director and the Director of Anesthesiology. This position is responsible for supervision of anesthesia technicians and anesthesia aids.

Responsibilities:

* Assist anesthesiologist/CRNA/Resident/as requested, as long as within scope of practice. May be clinical.* Assist with anesthesia case set up* Clean and restock OR carts* Organizes and oversees the work of the Anesthesia Technicians and Aids in each anesthesia location. Plans, assigns and evaluates work of Technical Support Staff. Arranges and provides appropriate initial training and annual re-training for technical staff.* Direct and support employees daily work activities, including scheduling and time off approvals. Coordinate staffing across anesthesia locations, as authorized or directed by the technical director and/or Director/Chair of Anesthesiology.* Undertake or recommend the following employment actions: hiring, termination, corrective action and performance reviews, as authorized or directed by the technical director and/or Director/Chair of Anesthesiology.* Creates, implements, and evaluates Quality Assurance and Quality Control initiatives.* Inventory management: Establish par levels based on volume and meets with Materials to address PAR level changes and supply delivery issues. Initiates all purchases for medical surgical/supplies. Coordinates JIT ordering with Materials Management and is responsible for ordering all non-standard items.* Perform first level maintenance on anesthesia equipment.* Maintains knowledge of equipment, cleaning, storage, uses. * Ensures anesthesia equipment and supplies are present and up to date. The lead anesthesia technician demonstrates proficiency in:* Use and care of physiological monitors relating to the administration of anesthesia* Biologic hazards, infection control, and standard precautions* Fire, electrical, laser and explosion hazards in the operating room and other anesthesia related areas* Storage, use and safe handling of bulk and cylinder gases* Structure, function and care of all components of anesthesia delivery systems* Sterile technique and the principals of aseptic practice* Usage of common anesthetic gases* Principles of purchasing and supply levels* Communication skillsQualifications/Requirements:

Experience:

7 years of experience where the primary function of the position was preparing and maintaining anesthesia equipment and supplies in a hospital operating room, required.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Licenses / Certifications:

Certification as an Anesthesia Technician (CAT) by the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians (ASATT), required.

Other:

Ability to communicate in English (oral and written).

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