Job Description

For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond basic care to health programs integrated across the entire continuum of care. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Under the direction of the Anesthesiologist or CRNA assists anesthesia professional staff as requested: 
  
  • Assists in preparation and draping of patient for invasive monitoring/ procedures by licensed anesthesia providers
  • Assists and anticipates needs of licensed anesthesia providers in procedures such as, regional anesthesia, glideslope intubation and nerve catheter insertion, and is familiar with the ASA Difficult Airway Algorithm
• Maintains communication with charge nurse
• Available in OR to assist anesthesia provider with intubation of patient
• Aids in preparation of patients for monitoring and including but not limited to placement of BP cuff, ECG leads, Pulse Oximeter, positioning
• Sets up OR for cases, which may include but is not limited to the following: Preparation of laryngoscope and intubation equipment, IV solution and tubing set-up
• Makes available, assembles, and assists with operation of specialized equipment
• Maintains and organizes the anesthesia environment, equipment, supplies to facilitate department functions. Maintains the availability of necessary equipment in each operating room
• Participates in all room turnovers to ensure efficient flow of cases
• Demonstrates detailed technical knowledge and troubleshooting ability for anesthesia delivery system, scavenger system, gas analyzer, EKG, pulse oximeter and any other anesthesia related equipment
• Responds to and investigates all anesthesia machine alarms. Ensures preventative maintenance is completed as required. Reports malfunctioning equipment and follows through to ensure replacement
• Promotes a safe environment. Demonstrates appropriate action in emergency situations, demonstrates awareness and control of hazards which may endanger patients, visitors and employees, identifies and reports environmental concerns to the management team
• Ensures adherence to appropriate regulatory standards, policies and procedures evidenced by maintaining appropriate documentation as required
• Follows CDC isolation guidelines, demonstrates appropriate use of PPE, performs hand washing according to policy and enforces safety regulations
• Strictly adheres to all infection control practices
• Demonstrates knowledge of decontamination and disinfection principles related to anesthesia equipment
• Maintains competency by attending departmental in-service training. Certified Anesthesia Techs attend approved in service education to maintain certification

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• BLS certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ambulatory surgery center or hospital experience as an anesthesia technician or anesthesia technologist
• American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians (ASATT) Certification (Cer.A.T. or Cer.A.T.T.) 
• Organizational and communication skills 
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and tasks 
• Ability to problem solve technical equipment and instrumentation problems
• Basic keyboarding and computer skills 

Additional Requirements: 

• Flexible to work additional hours as requested 
• Good oral and written command of the English language 
• Regular attendance
• Able to effectively cope with typical job stress
• Able to contribute to a positive working environment 
• Team-oriented 
• May require lifting and transferring of patients 
• Long hours standing 
• Ability to work within a fast-paced environment 

The hourly range for this role is $16.88 to $33.22 per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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