Anesthesia Technologist Skills Checklist

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GENERAL SKILLS EXPERIENCE:

Rank each of the following sections on a scale of 1 to 3:

1) Limited or no experience
2) Experienced, but may need review or supervision
3) Able to function independently *
Proper identification of patient using at least 2 identifiers123
Proper identification/labeling of all lab or specimen results123
Pre-procedural time-out process123
Demonstrate application of all monitoring devices123
Understanding of scope of practice and limitations as a certified anesthesia technician123
Prioritize tasks related to role and function123
Delegating responsibilities to other team members of anesthesia team123
Knowledge of professional standards to uphold patient rights and confidentiality123
Knowledge of "Do Not Use Abbreviations"123
Charge/supervisor experience123
Knowledge of current Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals123
Knowledge/familiarity with HCAHPS scores123
Basic life support123
Purpose, use and care of physiological monitors relating to the administration of anesthesia123
Biologic hazards, infection control, and standard precautions123
Fire, electrical, laser and explosion hazards in the operating room and other anesthesia related areas123
Storage, use and safe handling of bulk and cylinder gases123
Structure, function and care of all components of anesthesia delivery systems123
Sterile technique and the principals of aseptic practice123
Usage of common anesthetic gases123
Type and indications for local, monitored anesthesia care (MAC), regional and general anesthesia123
Assists the licensed anesthesia providers in various settings123
Performs duties under the direct supervision of a licensed anesthesia provider and/or Registered Nurse (RN)123
Provides support for routine surgical cases by assisting in the preparation and maintenance of patient equipment and anesthesia delivery systems before, during and after anesthesia123
Performs first level maintenance on anesthesia equipment123
Cleans, sterilizes, disinfects, stocks, orders and maintains the routine anesthesia equipment and supplies123
Principles of purchasing and supply levels123
Communication skills123
Ability to troubleshoot delivery systems, monitors, and ancillary devices123
Participate in Quality Assurance123
Maintain quality control records for anesthesia department123
Use of electronic medical record charting123
Participate in continuing education development for the certified anesthesia technician123
Implement safety procedures and guidelines for fire safety and infection control123
IV Pumps: Alaris123
IV Pumps: Alibaba123
IV Pumps: Bard123
IV Pumps: Baxter123
IV Pumps: Braun123
IV Pumps: Other123
Other IV Pumps123
AGE-SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE:

Rank each of the following sections on a scale of 1 to 3:

1) Limited or no experience
2) Experienced, but may need review or supervision
3) Able to function independently *
Newborn/Neonate (birth to 30 days)123
Infant (31 days to 12 months)123
Toddler/Preschool (13 months to 5 years)123
School Age Child/adolescent (6 years to 18 years)123
Young Adults/Middle Adult (19 years to 64 years)123
Older Adults/Elderly (65+ years)123

Attestation

ATTESTATION: *