Anesthesia Tech

Know Your Team: The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.

Responsibilities: Ensure anesthesia carts are supplied, and machines are in each room prior to the beginning of the surgery schedule and between procedures. Checks and replaces anesthesia gas tanks as needed. Retrieve special anesthesia supplies that are anticipated and/or requested by the person administering the anesthetic before and during surgery. Ensures the anesthesia machine is ready for use including troubleshooting and correcting problems. May perform daily anesthesia equipment inspections including suction, electrical plugs, gas connections, oxygen and nitrous oxide cylinders. Assist in dressing and securing IVs and Arterial lines. Dispose of contaminated materials and disinfect equipment in accordance with general operating room P&P concerning bio-hazardous waste. Clean anesthesia equipment in the Operating Room and outside locations following each procedure. Inventories and orders anesthesia supplies. Run errands as requested by anesthesiologists/CRNAs/charge RN/other team members as appropriate to facilitate the preparation and conduct of anesthesia. Perform additional duties as requested by other team members.

Qualifications: Graduation with a high school diplomaBLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Preferred Job Requirements: Associate degree as Anesthesia Technologist 1 year of OR experience in an Anesthesia Tech role