Medical Instrument Technician (Anesthesia)

Department of Veterans Affairs

The Anesthesia Technician assists the anesthesiologist and nurse anesthetist in routine anesthetic procedures. This position is located in Surgery/Specialty Service Line and reports to the Chief Nurse Anesthetist.

• All qualifying experience you possess must be clearly described in your application package. We will not make assumptions when reviewing applications. Failure to clearly demonstrate your experience in your application package may result in disqualification. All applicants are encouraged to submit responses to each Knowledge, Skill, and Ability (KSA) on a separate document. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Major duties include, but are not limited to the following: Adheres to VA and Nursing policies, procedures, and standards. Participates in selected Continuous Improvement (Cl) activities as directed. Knowledge of Basic electrocardiography (EKG) and basic Hemodynamic monitoring. Technical expert in calibration, maintenance, operation and troubleshooting of a wide spectrum of diagnostic and therapeutic medical instruments/equipment. Has advanced knowledge of equipment, supplies and common medications used in Anesthesia; anticipates needs for equipment and supplies; restocks anesthesia cart daily and between cases; orders supplies as needed. Disinfects/cleans specialized equipment as per the approved Standard Operating Procedure for each piece of equipment; disinfects equipment per the appropriate SOP for the type of equipment. Assists anesthesia personnel in procedures. Ability to recognize or be trained in abnormalities in patient responses to treatment, lab results or equipment function. Assists anesthesia staff with room turnover. Orders, maintains, and arranges allocation and distribution of anesthesia equipment/supplies, to ensure timely availability for providers in or out of the Operating Room Suite. Knowledge of pharmacology, including the classification and administration of anesthetic agents. Works safely with any hazardous materials using all safety equipment and procedures. Responsible for restocking of the anesthesia workroom and the OR's. Competent to perform the following procedures/functions: draws blood samples from arterial, pulmonary artery and central venous lines; draws blood specimens for type and screen or type and cross and signs specimen label, hooks up, performs routine maintenance of, and trouble-shoots invasive monitoring systems such as arterial lines, left atrial lines, intraventricular and intra-cranial pressure monitoring systems, calibrates and trouble shoots continuous cardiac output swan-ganz catheters and competent in recognizing cardiac arrhythmias. Utilizes standard precautions for all patients which includes following hand hygiene practices. Follows appropriate procedures in environmental emergencies. Follows correct moving and transferring techniques, including use of devices for safe patient handling and patient lifting devices. Responsible for the training, mentoring and orientation of new staff members. Has a working knowledge of standard medical terminology. A high degree of independent judgement is exercised. Capacity to be trained to manage daily workflow, assign work assignments, and manage work schedules. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; Rotating Shift - 6am-2:30pm, 6:30am-3pm, 7:30am-4pm, 9:30am-6pm, 10:30am-7pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade). Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

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