Anesthesia Technician
Kaiser Permanente
Downey, CA
0x8 hrs, Flexible

• In collaboration with the anesthesia provider(s) is involved with the anesthesia plan of care.


• Considering age related needs, performs patient care activities, within the scope of practice. As a member of the anesthesia care team, assists with direct patient care for infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient.


• Working with minimal supervision, daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to the setup, application and assistance of: Non-invasive hemodynamic monitoring, induction of anesthesia for general/regional & local anesthesia, fiberoptic intubation, provide cricoid pressure, insertion of routine & difficult venipuncture, positioning of patient for surgery, anesthesia blocks, and emergency C-sections in labor & deliver.


• Responds to Code Blue, Code Pink, etc. with the anesthesia care team.


• Prepares and applies patient warming modalities when needed.


• Actively participates in: Problem identification and resolution, development of policies & procedures, quality improvement and staff development.


• Manages work assignments to ensure completion of patient care activities.


• Assembles anesthesia airway set up. Prepares machine for malignant hyperthermia & latex allergy when needed.


• Utilizing sterile technique, sets up and assists with placement of invasive monitoring equipment in routine and emergency situations, including: Arterial line, central venous pressure line, PA catheter, cardiac output and other monitoring adjuncts.


• Assists with obtaining lab specimens and ABGs. Is competent in the use of & quality assurance for Point of Care testing equipment.


• Coordinates patient monitoring equipment availability with PACU and Critical Care units.


• Works with perioperative team to facilitate a prompt room turnover.


• Assembles anesthesia equipment and supplies needed for general/regional/local anesthesia.


• Assists anesthesia provider with patient preparation, electrode placement, use of ultrasound/nerve stimulator devices, and performs mechanical task of pressing syringe plunger, as directed by the anesthesia provider, to instill medication during regional blocks.


• Ensuring sterile technique, prepares anesthesia trays and assists with procedures.


• Removes and appropriately disposes of supplies and equipment following procedures done by the anesthesia provider.


• Operates cell salvaging, intra-aortic balloon pumping and TEE devices as required.


• Performs cleaning, sterilization and decontamination of all non-disposable anesthesia related items.


• Considers budget while maintaining sufficient stock, and reviews for outdates, supplies and non-scheduled drugs in the anesthesia workroom, machines, carts, and auxiliary anesthetizing locations.


• Has understanding of medications commonly used in anesthesia including; purpose, proper storage, generic and proprietary names and labeling requirements.


• Coordinates with Pharmacy for out of stock drugs.


• Utilizes working knowledge and operation of all equipment and monitors.


• Performs routine checkout and upkeep of anesthesia equipment, inspects for damages and sends for repair or troubleshoots as needed.


• Coordinates with Biomedical Engineering for maintenance and repair of anesthesia equipment and ensures adequate back-up of equipment at all times.


• Coordinates trial, data collection and recommendations for purchase of new equipment.


• Works with engineering, maintains record/documentation of equipment maintenance and repairs.


• Maintains inventory of disposable and non-disposable equipment, including all supplies and initiates replacement using established contract vendors.


• Maintains & outdates supplies in emergency carts and boxes, such as code blue, malignant hyperthermia, fluid resuscitation/code purple, and fiberoptic/difficult airway.


• Assures a clean, orderly and functional work environment.


• Participates in relevant local, regional and national committees.


• Maintains working relationship with approved vendors.


• Organizes work to minimize the use of overtime.


• Identifies and assists in systems improvements for simplification or correction.


• Utilizes payroll and non-payroll resources to their maximum potential, assists manager in capital budget preparation.


• Consistently demonstrates a professional, supportive attitude.


• Initiates and supports new ideas and actively assists others.


• Confronts difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance.


• Actively participates in departmental professional development and mentors anesthesia students.


• Participates with the assessment of current and future learning needs and development of an annual educational plan.


• Supports a collaborative labor-management environment.


• Applies precautions; keeps a safe environment for self and others.


• Practices customer service standards as defined by the service area, medical center, and specific department.


• Performs other duties as assigned.


• Consistently supports compliance, the Principles of Responsibility, and Kaiser Permanentes Code of Conduct.


• Maintains and protects patient confidentiality.


• Adheres to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulation, accreditation and licenser requirements and Kaiser Permanentes policies and procedures.

• N/A

• Graduate of an Accredited program in Anesthesia Technology with an AS degree OR certified by the American Society of Technologists and Technicians (ASATT), as a Technologist


• High School Diploma.

• I.V. Certification

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support

• Anesthesia Technician Certificate from American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians

• Basic Life Support

• Demonstrated ability to perform the duties and responsibilities required of a Certified Anesthesia Technologist.


• Must be able to lift 45 lbs of equipment from an overhead position on a daily basis.


• Must be able to push/pull up to 500 lbs.


• Keyboarding skills Upon training, must be able to use appropriate computer software applications, including the Health Connect system.


• Must be able to stand or walk continuously.


• Able to demonstrate knowledge and skill in the use of anesthesia equipment, including proper quality assurance, storage and troubleshooting.


• Working knowledge of Anesthesia department procedures, principles of asepsis and sterile technique.


• Able to demonstrate manual dexterity and mechanical ability.


• Must be able to exercise judgment and work efficiently and competently with minimal supervision.


• Utilizes effective communication strategies, which result in intended outcomes.

• Certificate of training for Drager, GE, or other anesthesia delivery systems, if not a graduate of a program.


• Minimum one (1) year of experience in a Cardiac OR and/or Level 1 trauma center.


• Associate Degree

Notes: 

• This is an on call position, days and hours may vary.


• On Call - Available 8 shifts a month including 2 weekends and 2 holidays. Days of the week and hours vary