Anesthesia Technician I

About This Role

Provide technical and operational support during surgical procedures and medical interventions, ensuring anesthesia equipment and supplies are available and functioning properly, preparing the operating room, and assisting in safe and effective anesthesia care.

Responsibilities

• Ensure anesthesia carts are supplied and machines are in each room prior to the beginning of the surgery schedule and between procedures
• Check and replace anesthesia gas tanks as needed
• Retrieve special anesthesia supplies that are anticipated and/or requested by the person administering the anesthetic before and during surgery
• Prepare complex equipment and supplies for hemodynamic monitoring
• Ensure monitoring equipment and supplies are ready
• Ensure the anesthesia machine is ready for use, including troubleshooting and correcting problems
• Perform daily anesthesia equipment inspections including suction, electrical plugs, gas connections, oxygen and nitrous oxide cylinders
• Provide operational support to the OR Nursing team via direct support to Service Line Coordinator team
• Responsible for the effective transport of sterile instruments and supplies needed to support OR cases
• Assist in the fulfillment of priority inventory requests by efficiently retrieving items and delivering them to appropriate drop off locations

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 1-2 years Medical Office/Hospital/Managed Care Experience
• Knowledge of anesthesia equipment, monitors, and supplies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and adapt to changing circumstances
• Basic understanding of medical terminology, pharmacology, and patient monitoring techniques
• Proficiency in using computerized systems and medical record software
• Physical stamina and the ability to lift and move heavy equipment and assist in patient positioning

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 1-2 years Medical Office/Hospital/Managed Care Experience required; 0-1 year Anesthesia Experience preferred

Nice to Have

• BLS Certification
• Certified Anesthesia Technician [Cer.A.T]
• 0-1 year Anesthesia Experience

Skills

* Required skills

Certifications