Anesthesia Tech-Operating Room

About the role

• Anesthesia Technician-Operating Room
• Full-Time I First Shift (5x8's)
• Surgical Services I Lexington

Baptist Health Lexington Surgical Services Department encompasses several key areas: the Pre-Op Department, 20 operating rooms with a business office staff responsible for scheduling, a Postoperative Care Unit, an Endoscopy Department with dedicated pre- and post-op areas, and a Sterile Processing Department.

Description Anesthesia Technician Operating Room

• Assesses patient specific needs preoperatively i.e., resistant organisms, latex allergy, age specific and communicates with the surgical services team members regarding relevant patient and procedure data.
• Communication and Teamwork.
• Meets with anesthesiologists to identify needs of the department.
• Meets with vendors to identify equipment /supplies needed for the department.
• Assists in capital budget process. § Communicates with the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) regarding necessary changes, supplies/instrumentation needs.
• Communicates conflicts in the OR schedule to the Chief Anesthesiologist/designee.
• Coordinates special procedures with SPD. § Instructs staff regarding proper usage of and handling of anesthesia equipment.
• Assists with staff Scheduling/coordinates coverage.
• Demonstration of leadership.
• Customer relations and healing environment.
• Ensures positive customer relations through caring behaviors.
• Uses sensitivity in managing difficult or emotional situations.
• Previous experience as an Anesthesia Technician., preferred not required.

Requirements Anesthesia Technician Operating Room

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Benefits

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
• PTO Sell Back Program
• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
• Retirement with Company Match

• If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!
• Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.