Department of Veterans Affairs
Medical Instrument Technician (Anesthesiology) positions perform logistical and technical support to anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists. They maintain anesthesiology supplies and equipment, set-up anesthetizing locations and operate, monitor, and collect data from anesthesia related equipment. Welcome to VA Long Beach Tibor Rubin - History
- Duties include, but are not limited to: Supports anesthesia providers for certain anesthetic procedures such as holding the patient in position for spinal, epidural, and regional anesthesia and hands out equipment during intubation. Takes vital signs when anesthesia providers are not able to do so because of their sterile procedures. Sets up breathing circuits, 02 transport and emergency ventilation systems. Replaces soda lime CO2 absorbers and performs breathing circuit leak tests. Provides assistance to other units such as the PACU and ICU to acquire needed items in acute situations Opens sterilized trays for regional block anesthesia. Responds to the requests for various errands for Anesthesiology. Picks up and delivers supplies as needed within the OR area and runs short errands within the Medical Center. Cleans and inspects all anesthesia machines located in the OR and the PACU. Restocks breathing circuits, masks, and EKG pads. Replaces discharged batteries for the battery-operated instruments. Orders supplies, pin requests, and maintains inventory. Exchanges disposal needle boxes in the OR area and recovery room when they are full. Receives, disassembles, and inspects reusable anesthesia supplies, monitoring instruments, and other anesthesia-related equipment. Cleans, performs, and prepares reusable items for decontamination inspection. Work Schedule: Full-time + call Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
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