Anesthesia Tech: OR Support & Equipment Specialist

MedStar Health; Clinton (MD); On-site; USD 27,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center is seeking an anesthesia technician to assist the anesthesia provider, prepare operating rooms for surgery, and provide technical services in the OR as directed.

Responsibilities include supporting anesthesia and nursing during emergencies, maintaining inventory, preparing patients, and ensuring sterile setup and equipment readiness. The role emphasizes adherence to safety standards and teamwork within the department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of anesthesia technician experience.
• CPR certification within 90 days; BLS/NRP included.
• ASATT certification preferred where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Performs support duties for anesthesia and nursing during all emergency situations in the OR suites endoscopy L&D OR suites PACU and interventional radiology.
• Responsible for routine supply ordering and maintaining adequate inventory at all times; checks for expired items weekly.
• Coordinates all supply/inventory actions with the OR Material Coordinator.
• Assists the anesthesia provider in preparing patients for anesthesia.
• Opens sterile supplies and sets up for procedures; cleans room and equipment using asepsis techniques.
• Transports blood and specimens to and from laboratory and patients to and from OR/PACU/Recovery as needed.
• Maintains and documents equipment maintenance and repairs; contacts vendors for major repairs.

Skills

Policy compliance

English communication

Ethical professionalism

Customer service

Diversity awareness

Confidentiality

Aseptic techniques

Time management

Emergency response

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR certification (AHA/Red Cross)

ASATT - Certified Anesthesia Tech preferred

Job description

The MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center is seeking an anesthesia technician to assist the anesthesia provider, prepare operating rooms for surgery, and provide technical services in the OR as directed.

Responsibilities include supporting anesthesia and nursing during emergencies, maintaining inventory, preparing patients, and ensuring sterile setup and equipment readiness. The role emphasizes adherence to safety standards and teamwork within the department.