Summary Job Description: Anesthesia Technician-Operating Room Full-Time I First Shift (5x8’s) Surgical Services I Lexington Baptist Health Lexington Surgical Services Department encompasses several key areas: the Pre-Op Department, 20 operating rooms with a business office staff responsible for scheduling, a Postoperative Care Unit, an Endoscopy Department with dedicated pre- and post-op areas, and a Sterile Processing Department. Description Anesthesia Technician Operating Room: • Assesses patient specific needs preoperatively i.e., resistant organisms, latex allergy, age specific and communicates with the surgical services team members regarding relevant patient and procedure data. • Communication and Teamwork. • Meets with anesthesiologists to identify needs of the department. • Meets with vendors to identify equipment /supplies needed for the department. • Assists in capital budget process. § Communicates with the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) regarding necessary changes, supplies/instrumentation needs. • Communicates conflicts in the OR schedule to the Chief Anesthesiologist/designee. • Coordinates special procedures with SPD. § Instructs staff regarding proper usage of and handling of anesthesia equipment. • Assists with staff Scheduling/coordinates coverage. • Demonstration of leadership. • Customer relations and healing environment. • Ensures positive customer relations through caring behaviors. • Uses sensitivity in managing difficult or emotional situations. • Previous experience as an Anesthesia Technician., preferred not required. Requirements Anesthesia Technician Operating Room: • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date. • High School Diploma or Equivalent. Benefits: • Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance • Life Insurance • Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance • Identity Theft Protection • Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually • Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave • 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire • Bereavement Leave (includes pets) • PTO Sell Back Program • Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation) • Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support • Retirement with Company Match If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.