Lead Anesthesia Technician - Full Time - Days
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JR100####### *Hours of Work :*0600-1430*Days Of Week :*Monday - Friday*Work Shift :*8X5 Day (United States of America)*Job Description :*Your Job: Oversees supply acquisitions, restocking anesthesia carts and areas. Working with Chief CRNA or Anesthesiologist, he/she assures competencies for anesthesia techs are current and complete. Assures anesthesia machines are set-up and calibrated for all anesthesia areas. Works with Biomed to assure equipment is functioning or loaner equipment is available. Provides orientation for new techs. Manages work schedule and call schedule of anesthesia techs. Also provides in services for anesthesia techs on new technology, equipment, and supplies. Provides Chief CRNA or Anesthesiologist with input for performance review of anesthesia techs.Your Job Requirements: • Associate Degree in medically related field, or five years of experience as an Anesthesia Tech • B.S, B.A or Associate degree in Respiratory Therapy • Respiratory Therapist Certification, LVN license, or Anesthesia Technician certification Your Job Responsibilities • Assists surgery and anesthesia departments in risk management activities and complies with safety standards. • Assures terminal cleaning of anesthesia carts and equipment is completed at the end of each day. • Educates anesthesia technicians in the calibrating of anesthesia machines and equipment checks. Holds them accountable for calibrations and equipment checks. • Monitors anesthesia machines, set-ups, and supplies to assure set-ups are complete and supplies available for assigned procedures, rooms, or anesthetizing location. • Orders anesthesia supplies, stocks workroom and assures all anesthesia areas are stocked. • Oversees cleaning and restocking anesthesia carts and equipment after each use. • Removes broken or malfunctioning equipment from service. Works with Biomed department to assure repairs are completed or loaner equipment is available. • Communicates to appropriate personnel. • Responds immediately to overhead pagers and beeper calls. • Trains new anesthesia technicians and monitors performance. Retrains as required. • Provides Chief CRNA or Anesthesiologist put for performance review.Methodist Charlton Medical Center is a 314-bed, full-service, acute care teaching hospital that serves Cedar Hill, DeSoto, Duncanville, and Lancaster in southwestern Dallas County. In addition to the new 40,000-square-foot expansion of the emergency department, we offer a newly renovated intensive care unit, labor and delivery unit, and interventional radiology suite; a Level III Trauma Center, a Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and the Dr. Stephen and Marilyn Mansfield Oncology Unit. We have been recognized for excellence in cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, open heart surgery, and STEMI care; stroke care; hip and knee joint replacement; women and children's services; and more. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we've earned:* Magnet®-designated hospital* 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Hospital Review, 2023* Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023* Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023* Get With The Guidelines® Gold and Gold Plus awards from the American Heart Association[]( []( []( [](*Methodist Health System, Dallas, Texas*Methodist Health System is a faith-based organization with a mission to improve and save lives through compassionate, quality healthcare. For nearly a century, Dallas-based Methodist Health System has been a trusted choice for health and wellness. Named one of the fastest-growing health systems in America by Modern Healthcare, Methodist has a network of 12 hospitals (through ownership and affiliation) with nationally recognized medical services, such as a Level I Trauma Center, multi-organ transplantation, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care, neurosurgery, robotic surgical programs, oncology, gastroenterology, and orthopedics, among others. Methodist has more than two dozen clinics located throughout the region, renowned teaching programs, innovative research, and a strong commitment to the community. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we've earned:• Magnet® designations for Methodist Dallas, Methodist Charlton, Methodist Mansfield, and Methodist Richardson Medical Centers• Press Ganey HX24 Health System of the Year, 2024• Fair360 Top 10 Healthcare Employer for Inclusion and Fairness, 2024• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Hospital Review, 2024• Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023