Jaime perez
Whittier,CA
Summary
Dynamic Anesthesia Technician with proven expertise at PROVIDENCE ST JOSEPH HOSPITAL, skilled in anesthetic equipment maintenance and patient positioning. Recognized for enhancing surgical outcomes through effective airway management and fostering a collaborative environment. Committed to safety and efficiency, consistently ensuring compliance with protocols while delivering compassionate patient care.
Detail-oriented Anesthesia Technician ]. Offering 3 years of experience testing and calibrating job-related equipment, explaining procedures and monitoring patients under anesthesia. In-depth knowledge of anesthetic and sterile techniques. Dedicated to contributing to safe, efficient anesthesia care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Anesthesia Technician
PROVIDENCE ST JOSEPH HOSPITAL
1100 W STEWARE DR. ORANGE CA 92868
03.2023 - 08.2025
- Operated and maintained anesthesia delivery systems and monitoring equipment for surgical procedures.
- Prepared anesthesia supplies and medications, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Assisted anesthesiologists in patient monitoring during procedures to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Conducted routine inspections and preventative maintenance on anesthesia machines to enhance reliability.
- Maintained sterile anesthesia supplies within expiration date.
- Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
- Assisted with transports of invasively monitored O.R. and I.C.U. patients.
- Followed infection control procedures to maintain cleanliness of anesthesia monitors and apparatuses.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing ongoing support to anesthesia providers throughout each procedure.
- Operated invasive hemodynamic monitoring equipment, intubation bronchoscopes and ultrasonic scanning devices under direction of licensed anesthesia provider.
- Increased efficiency in the operating room by promptly preparing and customizing anesthesia delivery systems as required.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe operating environment by consistently adhering to regulatory guidelines and hospital policies related to anesthesia support services.
- Pretested and calibrated anesthesia delivery systems and monitors.
HOSPITAL LEAD ASST
UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center
1250 16 TH ST SANTA MONICA CA 90404
05.2010 - 03.2023
- Streamlined supply inventory management through regular monitoring, organizing stockrooms, and ordering necessary items as needed.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail while preparing surgical instruments for sterilization according to established protocols.
- Set up, configured and operated cryoablation systems in treatment of tumors, maintaining appropriate CO2, argon and helium levels in tanks used throughout tumor ablation procedures.
- Maximized patient comfort by effectively adjusting bed positions, providing extra pillows or blankets when requested – demonstrating attention to their needs.
- Displayed adaptability by seamlessly switching between different departments as needed, quickly learning new processes and procedures while maintaining high-quality care.
- Efficiently completed various errands for healthcare providers including transporting lab specimens or delivering essential documents – ensuring seamless workflow across departments.
- Transported patients throughout medical center using appropriate modes of transportation and patient identification protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas, promoting a safe and comfortable environment for healing.
- Transported specimens and equipment, performed equipment maintenance and environmental sanitation, restocked and cleaned supplies and stored and distributed anesthesia support materials.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Argosy University
Orange, CA01-2005
MEDICAL ASST
Bryman College
CA02-1995
Skills
- Intubation assistance
- Anesthetic equipment maintenance
- Patient positioning
- Induction assistance
- Patient transportation
- Airway management
- Breathing circuit assembly
- Ultrasound-guided procedures
- Arterial line placement
- Pulse oximetry monitoring
- Bronchoscopy assistance
- Local anesthesia
- Supplies management
- Fluid management
- Central line placement
- Peripheral nerve block
- Equipment setup
- Emergency response
Timeline
Anesthesia Technician
PROVIDENCE ST JOSEPH HOSPITAL
03.2023 - 08.2025
HOSPITAL LEAD ASST
UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center
05.2010 - 03.2023
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Argosy University
MEDICAL ASST
Bryman College