An anesthesia technician assists anesthesiologists and other medical staff in preparing, maintaining, and monitoring equipment and supplies for anesthesia procedures. They play a crucial role in ensuring patient safety during surgical procedures by monitoring vital signs and providing support during anesthesia administration.
Key Responsibilities:
Equipment Preparation and Maintenance:
Anesthesia technicians prepare anesthesia machines, check gas tanks, sterilize equipment, and ensure all necessary supplies are available before, during, and after procedures.
Patient Monitoring:
They monitor vital signs like heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation during anesthesia, communicating any changes to the medical team.
Assisting with Anesthesia Administration:
They may assist with tasks like intubation, ventilation, and administering medications, as directed by the anesthesiologist.
Post-Operative Care:
Anesthesia technicians may assist with the patient's emergence from anesthesia, removing airway devices, and transferring them to post-operative care units.
Maintaining a Safe Environment:
They ensure the operating room is a safe environment by monitoring for leaks of medical gases and maintaining proper infection control protocols.
Inventory Management:
They may manage the inventory of anesthesia supplies, ensuring adequate stock is available.
Troubleshooting Equipment:
Anesthesia technicians are trained to identify and troubleshoot malfunctions with anesthesia equipment.
Communication and Collaboration:
They communicate effectively with patients, anesthesiologists, and other members of the surgical team.
Keyskills: technical proficiency patient monitoring medical terminology cardiopulmonary resuscitation medication administration emergency procedures sterilization techniques