Anesthesia Tech — OR Equipment & Procedure Support

001 University of Rochester; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is seeking an anesthesia equipment technician to support operating room services in Rochester, NY. The role involves set-up of anesthesia hardware, equipment troubleshooting, and collaboration with Anesthesiology providers.

An associate's degree with technical training is required. Occasional patient contact may occur, and the position is based in the Department of Anesthesiology.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree with technical training closely related to this position required.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and places anesthesia equipment and supplies in operating room prior to arrival of patient, based on case variables such as patient age, case type and length.
• Ensures cleanliness of anesthesia equipment and availability of specialized anesthesia supplies required for cases in designated operating rooms.
• Performs moderate to advanced equipment set-up, calibration, operation and trouble shooting.
• Functions as a resource for Anesthesiology providers.
• Participates in Cell Saver and Liver Transplant Programs, including on-call procedure.
• Performs set-up and support of ectopic procedures for anesthesia care, ensuring proper equipment is in place for out of OR procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Associate's degree (related technical training)

Job description

The University of Rochester is seeking an anesthesia equipment technician to support operating room services in Rochester, NY. The role involves set-up of anesthesia hardware, equipment troubleshooting, and collaboration with Anesthesiology providers.

An associate's degree with technical training is required. Occasional patient contact may occur, and the position is based in the Department of Anesthesiology.