Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

What You Will Do:

This position functions as a member of the surgical team under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or medical provider. Assists anesthesiologist during intubation or administration of nerve blocks and as needed. This position maintains the anesthesia supplies, equipment and availability of non-controlled substance drugs for the surgical cases.

• Stock anesthesia carts on a daily basis with supplies and drugs based on established par levels.
• Checks outdates on anesthesia carts and anesthesia machines prior to the end of the month.
• Replace expired drugs accordingly.
• Uses the destock function of Pyxis to restock the anesthesia machines to designated PAR levels.
• Takes all non-controlled drugs out of Pyxis bins at least quarterly and cleans bins.
• Documents and submits paperwork and equipment in need of repair.
• Checks glucometers every day (Code Cart & Anesthesia) and records results in WebQI.
• Help with room turnovers, including but not limited to taking out anesthesia garbage and helping make OR bed.
• Restocks needles, syringes, blades, LMA's, medications, etc. between cases as needed.
• Assists anesthesiologist in the preparation of the patient, (placement of EKG leads, blood pressure cuff, SA O2 monitor and warming blanket, positioning of patient, if applicable) prior to induction, assist with intubating patient.
• Additional duties as needed.

What You Will Need:

• At least 1 year experience as an Anesthesia Assistant required.
• MA-R State Registration preferred. If you do not currently obtain a MA registration, SWRSC will assist you in registering.
• BLS Certification required.

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