Manager, Anesthesia, Full Time

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Current Employees: If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this tip sheet . The Manager, Anesthesia assumes responsibility of the daily operations and activities of the Anesthesia Technology Department, according to the standards set up by the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians (ASATT). Demonstrates ability to organize and coordinate all the functions of the department: airway management and ventilation, fluids, whole blood and blood component management, pharmacology, pathophysiology and anesthesia management, utilization of biotechnology and monitoring equipment, and supply management. Adheres to the UHealth and unit level policies and procedures and actively participates in performance improvement activities. CORE JOB FUNCTIONS Manage the day-to-day operations of the anesthesia technology department, working under the direction of an anesthesia care provider. Administer the staff operational schedules to provide 24-hour coverage for the department. Ensure efficient and cost-effective performance in accordance with department operating budgets, goals and objectives. Participate in staff recruitment and retention of personnel. Oversee the orientation and on-boarding of new hires, support continuing education, and the validation of their unit specific competencies (probation and annual). Maintain and organize the anesthesia environment, equipment, supplies and personnel to facilitate department functions, demonstrating operational familiarity in relation to critical and non-critical equipment. Perform quality controls with various anesthesia machines to include reactions to device alarms, troubleshooting, testing, and diagnosis. Maintain effective communication with members of the UHealth medical staff, medical directors, administrative team, and surgical and perioperative services leaders. Establish and continuously assess the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures. Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary. CORE QUALIFICATIONS Education: Associate degree in relevant field Certification and Licensing: Certification in relevant specialty or field Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant experience Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes: Knowledge of business and management principles Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations. Ability to establish department goals and objectives that support the strategic plan. Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others. Ability to lead, motivate, develop and train others. Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Staff