Anesthesia Technician

Job Summary:

The Anesthesia Technician provides essential support within surgical services by preparing and maintaining anesthesia equipment and supplies, assisting anesthesia providers during procedures, and ensuring patient safety. This role requires flexibility to float between units, strong technical skills, and the ability to respond promptly during on-call shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The technician collaborates closely with the surgical and anesthesia teams to facilitate smooth and safe anesthesia care delivery.

• Prepare, inspect, and maintain anesthesia equipment and supplies for surgical procedures.
• Assist anesthesia providers during surgeries by managing equipment and responding to needs.
• Ensure all anesthesia-related instruments are sterile and functioning properly.
• Support patient monitoring equipment setup and troubleshooting.
• Float between different units as assigned to provide anesthesia technical support.
• Respond promptly to on-call duties during nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Maintain accurate documentation and charting in the electronic medical record system.
• Adhere to safety protocols and infection control standards in all tasks.

• Knowledge of anesthesia equipment and surgical support procedures.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic surgical environment.
• Strong technical and troubleshooting skills related to anesthesia technology.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Availability for on-call shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Flexibility to rotate between varied shift start times (5am, 6am, 11am, 3pm).

• Previous experience as an Anesthesia Technician or in a similar surgical support role.
• Certification as an Anesthesia Technician or equivalent credential.
• Familiarity with Epic electronic health record system.
• Experience working in a teaching hospital or short-term acute care facility.

• On-call availability required for nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis.
• No overnight night shifts; shifts rotate between early morning and afternoon start times.
• Expected 1:1 staffing ratios during assigned shifts.
• Must be able to float between multiple units as needed.

• Rotating shifts beginning at 5am, 6am, 11am, or 3pm.
• On-call shifts covering nights, weekends, and holidays every few weeks.
• No 48-hour shifts approved.