Wendy Allar

Senior Anesthesia Technician offering 16 years of experience in high-acuity Adult and Pediatric surgical environments, including cardiac, transplant and complex airway procedures. Proficient in anesthesia equipment preparation, sterile technique, and assistance with invasive line procedures across a diverse range of surgical specialties. Known for maintaining readiness, anticipating case needs and supporting a efficient, safe workflow in a fast paced, high-pressure setting.

A seasoned professional who brings steady execution, clinical awareness, and dependable support to both the anesthesia and surgical teams.

Senior Anesthesia Technician - Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital - St. Petersburg, FL

(2019-10)

• Provide comprehensive anesthesia support across pediatric surgical services in a high-volume OR setting
• Specialized pediatric anesthesia support for complex cases such as Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH) repair
• Tracheopexy / airway reconstruction procedures
• Cardiac transplant and advanced cardiac surgical procedures
• Prepare, calibrate, and troubleshoot anesthesia machines, ventilators, and advanced airway equipment
• Operate invasive hemodynamic monitoring equipment, intubation bronchoscopes and ultrasonic scanning devices under direction of licensed anesthesia provider
• Assist anesthesia providers with difficult airway management, intubations, arterial/central line and epidural tray set up

Certified Anesthesia Technician - Jefferson Health - Philadelphia, PA

(2014-03 - 2019-10)

• Certified anesthesia technician focusing on cardiac, cardiothoracic and vascular surgical cases, CABG, TAVR, robotic heart, valve repair/replacement and heart and liver transplants
• Support TEE setup, probe handling and processing, troubleshooting for optimal imaging cases
• Prepared/assisted in monitoring of SWAN-GANZ catheters, BCO/CCO
• Proficient and certified in operating point of care diagnostic tools: Blood Gas/Electrolyte Analyzers, Coagulation (ROTEM/TEG) and Metabolic/Chemistry Panels
• Assisted anesthesia providers with insertion and set up of temporary pacemaker, catheters, invasive monitoring lines and central line placement
• Trained new staff on anesthesia protocol, safety, equipment use to enhance team efficiency
• Routine maintenance and calibration of anesthesia delivery systems and ancillary equipment

Anesthesia Technician - Orange Park Medical Center - Orange Park, FL

(2012-11 - 2013-11)

• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical/ technical issues with ventilators, monitors, and airway devices
• Verified availability of operating room supplies, medications and gases
• Maintained sterile anesthesia supplies within expiration date
• Provided airway management interventions, tracheal intubation, and ventilatory support
• Provided sterile field support during open heart and cardiovascular cases

Anesthesia Technician - Carolinas Hospital System - Florence, SC

(2010-01 - 2012-11)

• Coordinated and verified the ordering for anesthesia supplies, gases, and medication related items for anesthesia procedures
• Provided airway management interventions, tracheal intubation, and ventilatory support
• Pretested and calibrated anesthesia delivery systems and monitors

High School Diploma - Crystal River High School (1999-05)