Anesthesia Technician Lead - CRNA Department - Kings Hwy
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This job assists anesthesia providers in the delivery of quality patient care by ensuring the availability of necessary supplies and equipment required for the safe administration of anesthesia. Assists with the supervision and management of the Anesthesia Associates, and complies with the guidelines of the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians (ASATT).To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.Education Required - High School diploma or equivalentPreferred - Some college coursework in Anatomy and Physiology, Basic Science or Medical EducationWork ExperienceRequired - 3 years anesthesia or operating room experience with documentation of job related training including one year of supervisory or leadership experiencePreferred - Medical related work experience, basic analytical skillsCertificationsPreferred - Successful completion of the ASATT Anesthesia Technician certification examBasic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart AssociationKnowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with staff and provide instruction and guidance.
• Self-directed and skills to work with little supervision.
• Skills to exercise good judgment in handling difficult situations.
• Skills to exercise good organizational time management skills.
• General knowledge and skill to modify and adapt the anesthesia associates work schedule to needs of the operating room.
• Skills to assist in the fair and objective evaluation of the anesthesia associates.
• Skills to function calmly in a pressure situation.
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, on call availability).
• Must be able to travel throughout and between facilities.

Job Duties

• Performs direct patient care duties.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment in patient care and support areas.
• Exhibits effective judgment and decision-making.
• Performs indirect patient care duties.
• Exhibits effective communication skills and ability to coordinate operations.
• Exhibits competencies in care and services provided to patients/customers in specific relation to their age and developmental stage, with supervision of staff.
• Maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
• Adapts to change in a positive, constructive manner.
• Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.Physical and Environmental DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Heavy Work. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible. NOTE: The constant stress and strain of maintaining a production rate pace, especially in an industrial setting, can be and is physically demanding of a worker even though the amount of force exerted is negligible. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role. Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Maryland, New York, Washington, and Washington D.C.Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana endeavors to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Service Center at 504-###-#### (select option 1) or ...@ochsner.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.EEO is the Law links in English or Spanish.