Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

General Summary:

Provides technical and clinical support to the anesthesia team. Actively supports the Hospital and department’s quality goals and service excellence principles.

Shift: 4x10-hr days Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday

8pm-6:30am

Essential Job Functions:

• Consults Operating Room (OR) schedule to determine supply and equipment needs.

• Prepares and provides support for all anesthesia related equipment and supplies in all anesthetic areas to include: Main OR, Cardiac Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology, MRI, CT and Nuclear Medicine.

• Provides maintenance and support to anesthesia machines to include, but not limited to: Drager Apollo and Drager Fabius, anesthesia monitors, drug infusion pumps and infusions, -blood infusion equipment, fluid warming equipment, intubation equipment including fiberoptic bronchoscopes, gas cylinders, lab testing equipment, ultrasound equipment, and IV/central line/arterial line set-up.

• Assists anesthesia attending with preparing patients for procedures.

• Assists with movement of equipment and supplies to ensure room turn over and readiness.

• Maintains immediate availability to assist in routine and emergency procedures as needed.

• Troubleshoots equipment and works with Biomedical Engineering and Leadership to resolve issues.

• Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others.

• Demonstrates knowledge of pertinent aspects and competency with protocols related to the use of chemical disinfection, high level disinfection, and sterilization if required as part of the responsibilities of the role.

• Other job functions as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associates degree in sciences preferred.

• Previous operating room experience or related healthcare experience required. Direct patient care experience preferred.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association certification required. ASATT (American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians) certification preferred.

• Prior anesthesia technician work experience preferred.

• Knowledge of sterile technique and principles of aseptic practice preferred.

• Ability to read and write in English to clearly communicate and perform essential job duties required.

• Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure in a stressful environment.

• Ability to set priorities and respond appropriately in emergency situations.

• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other members of the health care team.

Education

High School Diploma/GED (Required)

(BLS) - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability

• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage

• Tuition assistance

• Student loan servicing and support

• Adoption benefits

• Backup Childcare and Eldercare

• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members

• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities

• Discount purchasing program

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Lurie Children’s we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.  

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers.  We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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