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West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc. Lead Anesthesiology Technician (JR23-09610) in Morgantown, West Virginia

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This position functions as a role model and a resource Anesthesia Care Aides, Anesthesia Technicians and all anesthesia staff. This role focuses on the delegation, of daily anesthesia support tasks, coordination of daily work assignments, and monthly personnel scheduling. This role also includes inventory ordering/handling of anesthesia supplies and equipment maintenance, serves as an anesthesia department liaison, and provides streamlined communications with all WVUH departments to promote OR efficiencies, quality anesthesia outcomes, positive patient experience, and patient/employee safety. This role provides the manager and coordinator with input on personnel evaluations, orientation checklists, and staff competencies as well as capital equipment/space renovation planning.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: Minimum Qualifications: - Associate Degree from Anesthesiology Technology Program OR;Associate Degree in Medical Assisting with Certification as Medical Assistant from NCCT National Healthcare Association OR;High School Diploma or Equivalent AND Emergency Medical Technician, Licensed Practical Nurse, Paramedic, or Veterinary Technician. - Current Licensure in applicable discipline. - Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date. EXPERIENCE Two (2) years of experience as an anesthesia technician

PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. Certification from ASATT American Society of Anesthesia Technicians and Technologist

  1. Models and monitors aseptic technique in anesthesia clinical settings. Ensures proper disposal of one-time use items. Sets up and spikes IV manufacturer made maintenance fluids (does not include patient specific compound bags from pharmacy).May set up disposable supplies for sterile anesthesia field.
  2. Evaluates equipment needs of patients being transferred from critical care units to the OR and OR to Phase I Recovery. Assists with connection of the proper monitoring equipment for patients after the surgical procedure as well as the proper storage of electrical equipment.
  3. Ensures basic anesthesia equipment is available in each anesthesia location including emergency airway equipment (i.e. AMBU bags, laryngoscope blades, etc.). Assists anesthesia providers with intubations and other procedures by acquiring supplies, instruments, and lines.
  4. Assists with line placement by aiding the provider. Performs other duties as assigned within scope of practice.
  5. Checks for expiration dates on disposable supplies. Ensures malignant hyperthermia supplies are... For full info follow application link.

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