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Job ID86886
LocationAurora, Colorado
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Why Work at Children's....
Here, it's different. Come join us.
Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare
excellence for more than 100 years.
Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists,
researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future of
child health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and a
celebrated history, we're making new strides every day.
We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing
Center and are consistently recognized among the best of the best pediatric
hospitals with #1 rankings in Colorado and the region by U.S. News & World
Report.
As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families from
all over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals,
11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than
10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric
care specialties.
Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best
possible care to each child and family we treat.
That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access,
advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with different
identities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we
can see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects the
diversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diverse
talent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help us
one day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comes
through o
A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and
motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it's
different.
Job Overview
The Anesthesia Technician Specialist assists licensed anesthesia providers in
a clinical setting.They perform their duties under the direct supervision of a
licensed anesthesia provide and/or Registered Nurse (RN) and following
the CHCO policies and procedures.This role is responsible for acquisition,
preparation and application of the equipment and supplies required for the
administration of anesthesia.The Anesthesia Technician Specialist is also
responsible for participating in the planning of care delivery in complex
cases, serves as the resource team member on assigned shifts and assists in
the orientation and training of new hires.
Additional Information
Department Name: Anesthesiology South Campus
Job Status: Fulltime - 40 hours a week
Shift: 6:30am - 3pm - Monday - Friday
Qualifications
Education:High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience:Two (2) years of experience as an Anesthesia Technician in a
pediatric acute care setting.Cardiac anesthesia experience preferred.
Certification(s): BLS/CPR from the American Heart Association with at
least 6 months left before expiration is required upon hire.ASATT Certified
Anesthesia Technician (Cer.A.T.) preferred
This position may require a BLS certification from the American Heart
Association. Click on the following link and enter your zip code to find an
appropriate class near you. Please note BLS (CPR cards) from
organizations other than American Heart Association, even if it says it is
AHA approved, will not be accepted.
http://ahainstructornetwork.americanheart.org/AHAECC/classConnector.j
sp?pid=ahaecc.classconnector.home
Responsibilities
Provides anesthesia setup for cases by completing the anesthesia machine
checkout, assists with first line troubleshooting of anesthesia equipment,
conducts inventory of anesthesia machine drawer for appropriate equipment,
ensure equipment is in working condition and restocks Anesthesia Work Station
(AWS) between cases and maintains a safe work environment.
Removes th anesthesia equipment from the room post care, removes equipment
from poles and prepares for Sterile Processing department pickup.Disinfects
the machine and AWS between cases and at the end of the day.
Assists in positioning and preparing patient for procedures as directed and
identifies special equipment needs.
Setup rapid infuser, ultrasound, fiber optic scopes, video
laryngoscope, trans-illuminators, pressure lines, IV lines, sterile
trays, and positioning devices.
During procedures and under direction from the provider, anticipates and
provides equipment needs, prepares the dressing line insertion sites.
Prepares supplies necessary for invasive line placement.
Assists the anesthesia provider with patient transport.
Coordinates with external departments to ensure appropriate equipment is
available.
Participates in the planning of anesthesia care delivery in complex cases.