Anesthesia Technologist; Tech

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At Houston Methodist, the Anesthesia Technologist position is responsible for performing all anesthesia technician job duties and/or specialized responsibilities as a regular part of their normal job responsibilities. This position also assists with Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) equipment management, which includes operation, distribution and tracking of mechanical circulatory support systems and functions as the clinical resource subject matter expert support for mechanical circulatory support systems.

The Anesthesia Technologist position assists with support of patients with ventricular assist devices and intra-aortic balloon pumps. This position assists in transportation of VAD patients to diagnostic testing and procedures and provide support in staying with patients during inpatient and outpatient procedures as a trained MCS healthcare provider. Duties for this position may be varied and may include many of the following: train and mentor staff, participate in the development of skills and performance of staff, and other responsibilities of a similar nature and level.

Non-exempt

Education:

• Associate's degree in Anesthesia program or equivalent health-related field OR two additional years of experience in lieu of degree
• Completion of an intra-operative blood salvage training program preferred

Experience:

• Three years’ experience as an Anesthesia Tech
• One year experience operating a cell saver machine or anesthesia equipment, or clinical laboratory instrumentation preferred

Licenses and Certifications (Required):

• Cer.
  
  A.TT - Certified Anesthesia Technologist (ASATT) - American Society of Anesthesia Technologists & Technicians
• BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
• ACLSD - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
• Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Anesthesia Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents
• Demonstrates ability to collaborate effectively in an interprofessional team
• Demonstrates organizational, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to function independently and as a team member
• Ability to manage a varied and busy work environment
• Demonstrates high level of motivation to teach others and to participate in activities to improve patient care
• Must reflect a professional appearance and demeanor
• Must possess excellent customer service skills

People

Essential Functions:

• Orients, guides, and mentors team members consisting of Anesthesia Technicians and support staff, to help build confidence and competency in skills, knowledge, and abilities. Serves as a resource and trainer for staff in anesthesia support activities.
• Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
• Communicates clinical information clearly and professionally as needed to physicians, operating room staff and nurses. Role models to team members effective communication skills, assisting in their development of such skills. Facilitates problem resolution.
• Initiates contributions towards improvement of department scores for employee engagement.

Service

Essential Functions:

• Assists with ventricular assist devices in intensive care and acute care to assess operation of the device.
• Assists with insertion of intra-aortic balloon pump catheters. Rounds…