Valley Medical Center

Anesthesia Technician - $31-51 per hour

Location

Renton, WA, 98057

Job Type

Other

Date Posted

11 April 2025

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Valley Medical Center is seeking a Anesthesia Technician for a job in Renton, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Anesthesia Technician
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Duration: Ongoing
Employment Type: Staff

Job Description: Job DescriptionAnesthesiology The position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised to meet the changing needs of the organization.TITLE: Anesthesia Technician JOB OVERVIEW: A health care provider whose responsibility is to supervise, coordinate and perform the roll of an anesthesia technician. Works with Surgical Service management to provide schedule assignments, education and training for all of the Anesthesia Assists and Technicians in the department. Works in conjunction with the charge nurse to coordinate room turnovers. Monitors anesthesia machines for repair and maintenance needs in conjunction with bio-med. Also responsible for maintaining stock levels for inventory. AREA OF ASSIGNMENT: Anesthesiology HOURS OF WORK: Various RESPONSIBLE TO: Manager, Perioperative ServicesPREREQUISITES:

Three years previous experience as an Anesthesia Technician or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience, preferred.

One to three years previous experience with anesthesia supplies, equipment, anesthesia set up, and as a materials ordering assistant preferred.

Must complete MA - Phlebotomy license issued by the Washington State Department of Health within 90 days of hire.

Must have current ASATT certification as an Anesthesia Technician or Technologist in good standing or be willing to obtain it within 3 months of hire.

BCLS, ACLS, and PALS required within 6 months.

Past history of good attendance to VMC standards.

Past history of satisfactory job performance that meets VMC standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must demonstrate the ability to comprehend and read with the immediate execution of directions.

Able to communicate effectively in oral and written form in the English language.

Demonstrates the ability to work and stay on task without supervision.

Demonstrates responsible behavior, initiative, confidentiality and good interpersonal skills.

Ability to communicate and work effectively with the physical and emotional developments of all age groups served.

Demonstrates ability to actively participate and apply Valley Values in daily work.

UNIQUE PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT AND WORKING CONDITIONS:See Generic Job Description for Clinical Support Partner. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:A. Generic Job Functions: See Generic Job Description for Clinical Support Partner.B. Essential Responsibilities and Competencies

Serve as an instructor/facilitator of educational in-services for anesthesia technicians.

Assist Anesthesia providers using aseptic or sterile technique with non-invasive and invasive patient procedures including peripheral; and/or central; intravenous and/or arterial line placement; airway management techniques including mask, endotracheal and/or emergency methods; and regional anesthesia techniques.

May provide direct patient care as needed and administering injections and IV drugs with an anesthesiologist's present.

Assists in rapid turnover of OR suites.

Coordinate opening of OR suites to initiate suite readiness for surgery.

Assists management with development of policies and procedures.

Identifies, communicates and helps initiate opportunities for improvement with management.

Coordinates daily assignments for other Anesthesia Technicians in their department.

Troubleshoots equipment, makes minor repairs and exchanges defective equipment when required.

Gives input to management for staff development and performance appraisals.

Participates in department quality improvement and risk management activities.

Assists in the development of action plans in response to professional staff feedback regarding improvement opportunities.

Assists with assessment data collection per unit/department standard.

Coordinates supplies and maintains the equipment for the airway management cart, cell savers, rapid infusers, anesthesia machines, defibrillators, difficult intubation cart, malignant hyperthermia cart, laser endotracheal tube, Biz monitors, anesthesia workroom and all other anesthesia related equipment.

Assists managing outdates of medication and equipment.

Insures accuracy in stocking of medication trays.

Assists with blood check in and infusion.

Coordinates trial and review of anesthesia equipment for purchase.

Strong ability to do multiple tasks.

Aids in capital budget preparation.

UW Medicine Valley Medical Center Job ID #. Posted job title: Anesthesia Technician

About Valley Medical Center

At Valley Medical Center, we witness the extraordinary power of life in every facet of our work. It’s a humbling and inspiring experience that continually reinforces our purpose: caring for people. Situated south of downtown Seattle, Valley Medical Center has been a cornerstone of Renton since its early beginnings in 1911. As the largest nonprofit healthcare provider between Seattle and Tacoma, we extend beyond the hospital walls, operating a network of over forty primary care, urgent care, and specialty clinics throughout South King County.

Valley plays a pivotal role in preserving and enhancing the health of our community. United by core values of compassion, respect, trust, and teamwork, we share a genuine passion for helping others, both patients and colleagues. By joining Valley, you become part of a remarkable and dedicated team committed to caring for our community and one another. If this excites and motivates you, consider joining our team!

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