James Potenzini
Chandler
Summary
Experienced OR anesthesia/equipment technician bringing demonstrated skills in organizing supplies, setting up equipment and assisting surgeries. Hardworking, reliable and detail-oriented in completing high-quality work in full compliance with facility and regulatory standards. Proficient in aseptic techniques and patient monitoring.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Anesthesia Technician/Equipment Technician
HonorHealth
11.2023 - Current
- Assist anesthesia personnel with insertion and setup of temporary pacemakers, catheters, invasive monitoring lines and central lines for hemodynamic monitoring
- Stock anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, remote carts and emergency airway bags
- Assist with cardiovascular, spine, and craniotomy cases
- Fluent in running the stealth machine for spine, craniotomy and ENT cases
- Identified problems related to anesthesia delivery systems and took corrective action when needed
- Ordered supplies needed for OR setup based on anticipated cases scheduled for that day, week, month
Family Caregiver
Family Members
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Assisted with personal hygiene needs including toileting and incontinence care.
- Assisted family member with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Helped develop treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and other medical staff.
Immersive Simulation Technician
Grand Canyon University
04.2021 - 09.2022
- Assist nursing team in educating nursing students
- Participated in training to maintain technical expertise and proficiency on applicable equipment.
- Installed new components or replaced defective parts to restore functionality.
- Performed troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
Anesthesia Technician
Banner Desert Medical Center
08.2017 - 04.2021
- Prepared operating rooms by setting up necessary equipment such as monitors, ventilators, IV pumps.
- Conducted regular safety checks on anesthesia machines and other medical equipment used in the OR suite.
- Assisted anesthesiologists in the preparation and administration of anesthesia during surgical procedures.
- Troubleshot technical issues related to anesthesia delivery systems when they arose.
Education
Certification - Orthopedic Extremities And Trauma Recon
Medical Sales College
08-2020
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Science
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA04-2007
Skills
- Stealth Spine Navigation
- Supplies Management
- System Calibration
- Multitasking
- Equipment Setup
- Anesthesia services
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Physician support
Certification
- BLS for healthcare providers
- Active immunization records
Timeline
Anesthesia Technician/Equipment Technician
HonorHealth
11.2023 - Current
Family Caregiver
Family Members
09.2022 - 10.2023
Immersive Simulation Technician
Grand Canyon University
04.2021 - 09.2022
Anesthesia Technician
Banner Desert Medical Center
08.2017 - 04.2021
Certification - Orthopedic Extremities And Trauma Recon
Medical Sales College
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Science
University of Pittsburgh
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