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The Anesthesia Assistant works under the supervision of the Anesthesiologist/CRNA to facilitate placement of monitoring equipment and pain management techniques utilized during the surgical procedures. Prepares and maintains supplies for anesthesia department. Reports to Director Surgical Services.

Responsibilities:

* Assists with monitor placement of patients (EKG, B/P, and Oxygen Sat. monitor), assists with inductions and intubations, arterial and swan ganz line placements, assists with epidural and spinal procedures.

* Set-ups invasive monitoring equipment (transducers), blood warmers, IV’s, Bier blocks.

* Cleans, sterilizes and maintains Laryngoscopes, laryngo-mask airways (LMA’s), and flexible bronchoscopes.

* Mixes medication for IV Infusion pumps and nerve blocks.

* Assist with transporting of patients to ICU, MRI, CT and Angio.

* Orders, maintains and checks outdates of medications, malignant hyperthermia supplies and medical gases for area.

* Assists with room turnover between cases.

* Trouble shoots and/or arranges for repairs of anesthesia equipment as needed.

* Performs other duties consistent with purpose of job as directed.

Required:

* Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing or respiratory therapy program.

* License/permit in the State of Michigan as a licensed practical nurse or respiratory therapist.

* BLS and ACLS certification.

Preferred:

* One year experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.