Lead Anesthesia Technologist

Job description

Welcome to Montage Health’s application process! Job Description: Position Summary The Lead Anesthesia Technician/Technologist will report to the Assistant Director of Main Operating Room and works under the direction of the Anesthesiologist. The Lead Anesthesia Technician/Technologist is responsible for the supervision of all other Anesthesia Techs to ensure routine duties are performed in a timely manner and in accordance with practice standards. The Lead Anesthesia Technologist/Technician is responsible for the following: Collaborates with the Charge Nurse in surgical and procedural areas to prioritize room turnover and set-up of anesthesia equipment and supplies for procedures with efficient and effective use of available resources. Coordinates Anesthesia Tech activities, and delegates daily duties and assignments to facilitate efficient workflow and assistance with anesthesia care for patients. Facilitates training of new hire employees and continuing education for Anesthesia Tech staff. Develops standard work, determines work priorities and schedules to provide adequate staff coverage. Works to resolve challenges encountered during daily operations and determines appropriate solutions; promotes teamwork. Encourages regular communication, informs nursing staff of relevant workflow issues. Serves as a resource and role model and helps resolve interpersonal conflicts. Assists anesthesia providers and nurses by preparing and maintaining patient monitoring devices and anesthesia delivery systems before, during and after anesthesia. Must maintain proficiency in the application, acquisition, preparation, and troubleshooting of various types of equipment required for the delivery of anesthesia care. Experience A minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Certified Anesthesia Technician at acute care hospital preferred. Education As necessary to obtain required certification. Licensure/Certifications Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians (ASATT) certification preferred. BLS certification required. ACLS certification preferred. PALS preferred. Equal Opportunity Employer #LI-ES1 Assigned Work Hours: Monday through Friday AM shift (shift could start between 5:00 AM and 6:30 AM) 8-hour shift Position Type: Regular Pay Range (based on years of applicable experience): $45.93 to $61.44 The hours employees work determine when a shift differential is paid. Hourly Evening Shift Differential: $3.07 Hourly Night Shift Differential: $4.61