Gadsden Regional Medical Center
Anesthesia Technician
Gadsden
,
AL
Full Time
At Gadsden Regional Medical Center, we believe in the power of people and we look forward to you joining our team! We offer a family friendly work environment, perfect for a new grad looking to start their career or an experienced professional looking to make a change!
Gadsden Regional Medical Center is located in Gadsden, AL which offers a variety of attractions, such as top tier public schools, museums, and nature. You can hike one of our beautiful trails, fish along the Coosa River, or visit Noccalula Falls. Enjoy a quaint night out on Broad Street or enjoy a beautiful mountain sunset. From golf, hiking, fishing, children's museums and Noccalula Falls, there are lots of things to do and see in this beautiful city.
Schedule: Full-Time, Days
Job Summary
The Anesthesia Technician supports the anesthesia team in delivering safe and efficient patient care by preparing equipment, assisting with procedures, and maintaining anesthesia supplies. This role involves working under the supervision of anesthesiologists and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to facilitate smooth and effective operations in areas requiring anesthesia. The Anesthesia Technician plays a vital role in maintaining a sterile and organized environment, troubleshooting equipment, and ensuring readiness for a variety of procedures across all patient populations.
What We Offer
Gadsden Regional Medical Center is your community healthcare provider, a 346-bed facility with inpatient and outpatient care. We are Joint Commission certified in hip and knee replacements and have top-rated programs in cardiology and emergency care. We work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in Gadsden, Albertville, Attalla, Boaz, Fort Payne, Glencoe, Hokes Bluff, Jacksonville, Leesburg, Piedmont, Rainbow City, Southside, Steele, Wellington and surrounding communities.
Gadsden Regional Medical Center is located in Gadsden, AL which offers a variety of attractions, such as top tier public schools, museums, and nature. You can hike one of our beautiful trails, fish along the Coosa River, or visit Noccalula Falls. Enjoy a quaint night out on Broad Street or enjoy a beautiful mountain sunset. From golf, hiking, fishing, children's museums and Noccalula Falls, there are lots of things to do and see in this beautiful city.
Schedule: Full-Time, Days
Job Summary
The Anesthesia Technician supports the anesthesia team in delivering safe and efficient patient care by preparing equipment, assisting with procedures, and maintaining anesthesia supplies. This role involves working under the supervision of anesthesiologists and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to facilitate smooth and effective operations in areas requiring anesthesia. The Anesthesia Technician plays a vital role in maintaining a sterile and organized environment, troubleshooting equipment, and ensuring readiness for a variety of procedures across all patient populations.
What We Offer
- Student Loan Repayment Plans
- Health Insurance Eligibility 1 st of the Month
- 6% 401k Employer Matching
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Company provided renewal of BLS
- H.S. Diploma or GED required
- Completion of an accredited Anesthesia Technician program preferred or
- Other college or coursework in Biology, Physiology, Anatomy, or related scientific fields preferred
- 0-2 years of experience as an Anesthesia Technician in a hospital or surgical setting required
- 1-2 years of experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) preferred
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required
- Cer.A.TT - Certified Anesthesia Technologist preferred
- Prepares anesthetizing locations by setting up, calibrating, and maintaining monitoring devices and anesthesia equipment for scheduled procedures.
- Assists anesthesia providers with aseptic or sterile techniques during non-invasive and invasive procedures, including airway management and intravenous or arterial line placement.
- Monitors and reports abnormal changes in patient vital signs or physical appearance to anesthesia providers.
- Obtains and stocks anesthesia supplies in operating rooms, labor and delivery suites, and other procedural areas to ensure readiness.
- Assists with laboratory tests and results, including arterial blood gases (ABGs), activated clotting times (ACTs), and other point-of-care tests.
- Prepares, obtains, and delivers blood products and pharmaceuticals as requested by the anesthesia team.
- Provides technical guidance and instruction to other anesthesia technicians, and team members as needed.
- Assists with patient transport, positioning, and application of monitors under the supervision of the anesthesia team.
- Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions, ensuring timely resolution by coordinating with the appropriate repair departments.
- Maintains immediate availability to assist with routine and emergency procedures as directed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Gadsden Regional Medical Center is your community healthcare provider, a 346-bed facility with inpatient and outpatient care. We are Joint Commission certified in hip and knee replacements and have top-rated programs in cardiology and emergency care. We work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in Gadsden, Albertville, Attalla, Boaz, Fort Payne, Glencoe, Hokes Bluff, Jacksonville, Leesburg, Piedmont, Rainbow City, Southside, Steele, Wellington and surrounding communities.