Anesthesia Technician

• Consult Operating Room schedule to determine supply and equipment needs for procedures.
• Prepare anesthetizing locations for indicated procedure to include setting up and calibrating monitoring devices.
• Check, assess, and troubleshoot anesthesia equipment malfunctions, routing non-functional equipment to the proper department for repair.
• 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.
• Assist anesthesia provider during airway management techniques including mask, endotracheal and/or emergency methods and regional anesthesia techniques.
• Assist anesthesia providers with physiological monitoring of patients, notifying the anesthesia provider(s) of abnormal changes in vital signs and/or physical appearance of the patient.
• Clean anesthesia machines, monitors, and equipment following procedures established by Infection Control.
• Stock anesthesia supplies in all anesthetizing locations including plows carts, fiber optic carts, emergency airway bags, and any other anesthesia supply location.
• Obtain supplies and equipment as requested by anesthesia providers.
• Assist with patient laboratory tests and results including, but not limited to, ABGs, ACTs, and other point-of-care tests.
• Obtain blood products and pharmaceuticals, assisting with preparation and delivery.
• Maintain immediate availability to assist in routine and emergency procedures.
• May act as a resource and role model for other anesthesia technicians, anesthesia providers, learners, and other health care team members by providing technical guidance and instruction as appropriate.
• May provide verbal and written feedback of interviewees and peers as appropriate and as indicated by supervisor.
• May serve as an instructor/facilitator of educational in-services for other anesthesia technicians.
• May act as a role model for orientation and training of anesthesia technicians and other health care team members.
• May assume anesthesia technician charge role in managing daily work schedule of anesthesia technicians and directing care to provide an efficient and safe environment.
• Acquire and/or maintain certification by obtaining annual continuing education requirements.
• Learn and keep current with the name of equipment, supplies, and pharmacological agents and be familiar with the locations of same.
• Assist anesthetists with starting I.V. infusion.
• Share “on call” rotation to provide assistance for emergency surgeries during other than normal hours, i.e., nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Maintain awareness of safety hazards and take necessary action to prevent accidents.
• Attend staff meetings as and when required on a regular basis.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient records and activities in the O.R.
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned by Unit Supervisor/Charge Nurse/or other Anesthetist.
• Participate in any PI activities and scheduled continuing nursing education and updating.
• Participate in conferences or training to update or share knowledge of new techniques in Anesthesia.
• Maintain current knowledge of operating procedures and maintenance of new equipment.
• Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards, and procedures and cooperate with hospital management to comply with those requirements.
• Work in accordance with the documented OSH procedures and instructions and specific responsibilities.
• Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures.
• Notify OSH of hazards, incidents, near misses, and issues, and assist with the preparation of risk assessments and incident reports.
• Comply with waste management procedures and policies.
• Attend applicable OSH/Infection Control training programs, mock drills, and awareness programs.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment and safety systems.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure in a stressful environment, and often without relief.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge relating to the anesthesia procedures in order to effectively anticipate the needs of the anesthesiologist.
• Ability to set priorities and respond appropriately to actual and/or potential life-threatening situations.
• Communicate with patients while helping prepare them for anesthesia to explain procedures, allay fears, and elicit patient cooperation. Participate in non-charged calming conversations.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Valid DOH License as Anesthesia Technologist / Technician to work in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
• Bachelor's / Diploma in Anesthesia Technology from a recognized university.
• Minimum 3–4 years of experience as an Anesthesia Technologist / Technician in a multispecialty hospital facility.
• Valid home country license and registration as an Anesthesia Technologist / Technician.
• Experience in various pain management technique modalities preferred.
• Demonstrate the ability to work in cordial conditions within a group practice in a hospital setting and as a member of a team.
• Demonstrate the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Have an excellent command of oral and written English. Arabic language skills are advantageous/desirable but not essential.
• Valid Basic Life Support Provider Certification.
• Valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification.