Lead Anesthesia Technologist

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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
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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