Anesthesia Technician Flex

Children's Hospital Colorado
$24.28
sick time
United States, Colorado, Aurora
Jun 10, 2025
Apply for Job Job ID 90023 Location Aurora Position Type P Regular/Temporary Regular Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job Job Overview The Anesthesia Technician position assists licensed anesthesia providers in the clinical settings. They perform their duties under the direct supervision of a licensed anesthesia provider and/or Registered Nurse (RN) and following the CHCO policies and procedures. The role is responsible for acquisition, preparation and application of the equipment and supplies required for the administration of anesthesia. Additional Information Department Name: Anesthesia Job Status: FLEX Shift: Per Department Need Qualifications EDUCATION - High school diploma or equivalent. EXPERIENCE - 1 year healthcare experience preferred CERTIFICATION(S): BLS/CPR from the American Heart Association with at least 6 months left before expiration is required upon hire. ASATT Certified Anesthesia Technician (Cer.A.T.) preferred *This position may require a BLS certification from the American Heart Association. Click on the following link and enter your zip code to find an appropriate class near you. Please note BLS (CPR cards) from organizations other than American Heart Association, even if it says it is AHA approved, will not be accepted.* http://ahainstructornetwork.americanheart.org/AHAECC/classConnector.jsp?pid=ahaecc.classconnector.home Responsibilities An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the functions which the employee may be expected to perform. Provides anesthesia set up for cases by completing the anesthesia machine check out, assisting with first line trouble shooting of anesthesia equipment, conducting inventory of anesthesia machine drawer for appropriate equipment, ensures equipment is in working condition and restocks Anesthesia Work Station (AWS)between cases and maintains safe work environment. Removes the anesthesia equipment from the room post-case, removes equipment from poles and prepares for Sterile Processing department pick up. Disinfects the machine and AWS between cases and at the end of the day. Assists in positioning and preparing patient for procedures as directed. Sets up the rapid infuser, ultrasound, fiber optic scopes, video laryngoscope, trans-illuminators, pressure lines, IV lines, sterile trays and positioning devices. During procedure, under direction from provider, anticipates and provides equipment needed, preparing and dressing line insertion sites. Prepares supplies necessary for invasive line placement. Assists Anesthesia provider with patient transport. Coordinates with external departments to ensure appropriate equipment is available. Other Information Guidelines: Guidelines are generally numerous, well established, and directly applicable to the work assignment. Work assignment and desired results are explained by general oral or written instructions. Complexity: Duties assigned are generally repetitive and restricted in scope but may be of substantial intricacy. Employee primarily applies standardized practices. Decision Making: Decisions or recommendations on non-standardized situations are limited to relating organizational policies to specific cases. Brings non-routine issues to supervisor. Problems that are not covered by guidelines or that are without precedent are taken up with the supervisor. Communications: Contacts with team members, clients or the public where explanatory or interpretive information is exchanged, gathered, or presented and some degree of discretion and judgment are required within the parameters of the job function. Supervision Received: Under normal supervision, within a standardized work situation, the employee performs duties common to the line of work without close supervision or detailed instruction. Work product is subject to continual review. Physical Requirements PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Audio-Visual: Color Discrimination: Good Audio-Visual: Depth Perception: Good Audio-Visual: Far Vision: Good Audio-Visual: Hearing: Good Audio-Visual: Near Vision: Good General Activity: Sit: 1-2 hours General Activity: Stand/Walk: 4-6 hours Motion: Bend: Up to 1/3 of time Motion: Carry: Up to 1/3 of time Motion: Lift: Up to 1/3 of time Motion: Pull: Up to 1/3 of time Motion: Push: Up to 1/3 of time Motion: Reach: Up to 1/3 of time Motion: Repetitive: 1/3 or more of time Others: May assist in lifting, transporting and positioning of patients Use of Hands/Feet: Both Feet - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation) Use of Hands/Feet: Both Hands - Precise Motor Function (Or Fine Manipulation) Weight Lifted/Force Exerted: Up to 25 pounds: 1/3 or more of time WORK ENVIRONMENT Equipment: telephone, computers, reading reports/graphs Exposure: Exposure to blood/body fluid: Regular/Frequent. Exposure: Exposure to chemicals: Regular/Frequent. Exposure: Exposure to cold/heat: Occasional. Exposure: Exposure to dampness: Occasional. Exposure: Exposure to eye irritations: Occasional Exposure: Exposure to infectious diseases: Frequent. Exposure: Exposure to laser beam: seldom Exposure: Exposure to lung irritations: Frequent. Exposure: Exposure to noise/vibration: occasional Exposure: Exposure to radiation: seldom Exposure: Exposure to skin irritations: Occasional. Exposure: Other: May be frequently required to wear mask and/or gloves or other protective gear Mental and Emotional Requirements: Handles multiple priorities effectively. Mental and Emotional Requirements: Manages stress appropriately. Mental and Emotional Requirements: Works in close proximity to others and/or in a distracting environment. Salary Information Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience. Hourly Rate of Pay: $24.28 Benefits Information As a Children's Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid sick leave and a robust wellness program. As part of our Total Rewards package, Children's Colorado offers an annual employee bonus program that rewards eligible team members based on organizational performance. If organizational goals are met for the year, the bonus is paid out the following April. Children's Colorado delivers annual base pay increases to eligible team members based on their performance over the previous year. EEO Statement It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. Be aware that none of the questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on non-job-related information. The position is expected to stay open until the posted close date. Please submit your application as soon as possible as the posting is subject to close at any time once a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is obtained. Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Who May Apply Employees must be in their current position for at least 6 months and in good standing before applying for another position.