The Anesthesia Assistant works under the supervision of the Anesthesiologist/CRNA to facilitate placement of monitoring equipment and pain management techniques utilized during the surgical procedures. Prepares and maintains supplies for anesthesia department. Reports to Director Surgical Services. Responsibilities: * Assists with monitor placement of patients (EKG, B/P, and Oxygen Sat. monitor), assists with inductions and intubations, arterial and swan ganz line placements, assists with epidural and spinal procedures. * Set-ups invasive monitoring equipment (transducers), blood warmers, IV’s, Bier blocks. * Cleans, sterilizes and maintains Laryngoscopes, laryngo-mask airways (LMA’s), and flexible bronchoscopes. * Mixes medication for IV Infusion pumps and nerve blocks. * Assist with transporting of patients to ICU, MRI, CT and Angio. * Orders, maintains and checks outdates of medications, malignant hyperthermia supplies and medical gases for area. * Assists with room turnover between cases. * Trouble shoots and/or arranges for repairs of anesthesia equipment as needed. * Performs other duties consistent with purpose of job as directed. **Required:** * Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing or respiratory therapy program. * License/permit in the State of Michigan as a licensed practical nurse or respiratory therapist. * BLS and ACLS certification. **Preferred:** * One year experience. **Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.**