Anesthesia Technician

Job Summary:

The Anesthesia Technician provides essential support to anesthesia providers by preparing and maintaining anesthesia equipment and supplies, assisting during procedures, and ensuring a safe and efficient environment in surgical and procedural areas. This role requires flexibility to float between units and the ability to respond promptly during on-call periods, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

• Prepare, maintain, and troubleshoot anesthesia equipment and supplies for surgical procedures.
• Assist anesthesia providers during induction, maintenance, and emergence phases of anesthesia.
• Ensure all anesthesia-related instruments and supplies are sterile, functional, and readily available.
• Transport anesthesia equipment and supplies between units as needed.
• Collaborate with surgical and nursing teams to facilitate smooth perioperative processes.
• Maintain accurate inventory and restock anesthesia supplies regularly.
• Respond promptly to on-call duties and provide support during emergency situations.
• Adhere to hospital policies, safety standards, and infection control protocols.

• Experience in anesthesia technology or related clinical support role.
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Strong knowledge of anesthesia equipment and perioperative procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to float between multiple units as required.
• Willingness and ability to take overnight call once per week and weekend call every fifth weekend.

• Certification as an Anesthesia Technician or related credential.
• Experience with Epic electronic medical records system.
• Previous experience in short-term acute care or hospital setting.

• On-call responsibilities include overnight call Monday through Friday once per week and weekend call every fifth weekend.
• Block schedules are required.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends.
• Floating between units is expected.
• 48-hour shifts are not approved.

• Work schedule includes block shifts with nights and weekends.
• On-call shifts are assigned with overnight coverage once weekly and weekend coverage every fifth weekend.
• Shift assignments may vary due to floating between units.