Anesthesia Technician, Operating Room (Full Time, Days)

St. Luke's University Health Network

Quakertown, PA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Anesthesiology, CPR Certification, Communication Skills, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, High School Diploma, Infection Control, Low Frequency (LF), Medical Terminology, Medical Treatment, Nursing, Patient Care, Surgical Procedures, Surgical Supplies, Time Management
LOCATION
Quakertown, PA
POSTED
2 days ago

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

The Anesthesia Technician provides general assistance to anesthesia providers before, during, and immediately following surgical procedures and activities. Performs routine duties to maintain a clean, safe, well-prepared work environment.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Demonstrates the ability to follow direction from anesthesia provider and assist with preparation of patient, including applying monitoring equipment, assist with anesthesia procedures, patient positioning, and transport.
  • Acquires anesthesia equipment and supplies for surgical procedures and workroom. Maintains a neat, clean, and stocked work area.
  • Demonstrates successful communication skills with anesthesia providers and O.R. staff. Responds in a timely manner.
  • Demonstrates Universal Precautions (Infection Control) during all patient care and handling of equipment.
  • Responds quickly and calmly in emergency situations. May assist with CPR and other appropriate activities as directed.
  • Demonstrates appropriate priority in decision making and schedule changes within the scope of the responsibilities of the position.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Must stand for up to a total of 4 hours per shift, 2 hours at a time. Must walk for up to 4 hours per shift, 10 minutes at a time. Frequent fingering, twisting and turning and handling of objects, and occasional firm grasping of objects required. Frequent lifting and carrying of objects up to 25 pounds. Occasional pushing and pulling of objects up to 350 pounds. Occasional lifting of patients, as a team, of up to 350 pounds. Frequent stooping and bending required. Frequently must reach above shoulder level. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation, high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, color and peripheral vision.

EDUCATION:

High school graduate or equivalent. Evidence of successful completion of BLS upon hire or provided as part of orientation process.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

On the job knowledge. Knowledge of medical terminology desirable. CPR certification every two years.

Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About the Company

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St. Luke's University Health Network

St. Luke's University Health Network is a regional network of hospitals, physicians and other related organizations providing care primarily in Lehigh, Northampton, Monroe, Carbon, Schuylkill, Bucks, Montgomery and Berks counties in Pennsylvania and Warren County in New Jersey.

The Network provides services at more than 150 sites. St. Luke's University Health Network is comprised of six hospital sites. The Network includes:

  • More than 80 owned physician-practice sites
  • 300 employed primary care/specialist physicians
  • Various outpatient testing and service facilities
  • Home health
  • Hospice services (inpatient and outpatient)
  • Largest ambulance provider in Bucks County and second largest in Lehigh County
  • Other related organizations
  • 57,500+ annual admissions
  • 195,000 annual emergency room visits
  • 1,325 physicians on the Medical Staff (96 percent board-certified)
  • 8,600+ employees
  • More than 1,350 volunteers

Areas of exceptional medical expertise include:

  • Level 1 Adult Trauma Center: fully accredited by Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation; 2,400+ annual trauma cases; St. Luke's 1.75 percent mortality rate represents top decile performance, significantly better than peer group as measured by National Trauma Data Bank of the American College of Surgeons; aeromedical transport services
  • Oncology: first and only cancer program in Pennsylvania to receive American College of Surgeons' highest quality recognition for three consecutive years; only Pennsylvania program to receive award in 2010; region's only fellowship-trained surgical oncologists; advanced programs for melanoma (internationally recognized melanoma investigator), lung, breast, prostate, gynecologic and gastrointestinal cancers and tumors of the brain and spine
  • Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery: multiple-year recipient of highest rating for cardiac bypass surgery, represents top decile performance achieved by only 10 percent of U.S. hospitals (Society for Thoracic Surgery); region's first Joint Commission certified Heart Failure Program; comprehensive surgical services excluding heart transplants
  • Neuroscience: accredited Stroke Center; additional Centers of Excellence include: Balance Center, Headache Center, Memory Disorders Center, Multiple Sclerosis Center, Sleep Disorders Center
  • Orthopaedics: advanced expertise in total joint replacement and reconstruction, computer-assisted minimally invasive surgery, primary and reconstructive surgery of the spine, sports injuries, diseases and conditions of the hand and elbow, traumatic injuries
  • Women's/Children's Health: high-risk pregnancy; the region’s busiest obstetrical service; two neonatal intensive care units; pediatric specialty care provided by St. Christopher's Hospital for Children.
  • Robotic/Minimally Invasive Surgery: one of the nation's most experienced robotic surgical teams
  • Radiology: designated international General Electric Healthcare Show Site for imaging technology; designated Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by American College of Radiology
  • Bariatric Surgery: designated Center of Excellence by American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery and Surgical Review Corporation

St. Luke's offers an exceptional benefit plan for employees. Our values are reflected in all we do for patients, each other and the community:

Pride - We take pride in our accomplishments and in our organization.

Caring - We show consideration for others and their feelings. We treat others as we want to be treated.

Respect - We recognize the value, diversity and importance of each other, those we serve and the organization.

Accountability - We are responsible to make decisions and solve problems in a timely and effective manner.

Flexibility - We adapt to the changing needs and expectations of those we serve.

Teamwork - We work together to improve quality.

The mission of St. Luke's University Health Network is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services