ANESTHESIA TECH SPECIALIST, ANESTHESIOLOGY

Sgmc-Health-1; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

SGMC Health is seeking an Anesthesia Technician to support anesthesia providers on the Main Campus. The role involves preparing equipment and supplies for procedures, assisting the anesthesia team, and ensuring readiness for emergencies.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, CPR certification, and up to two years of OR experience. Candidates should be flexible with scheduling and able to work in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; CPR certification required.
• Experience as an Anesthesia Technician preferred.
• 1–2 years in OR or hospital setting desirable.
• Ability to read and understand simple instructions, memos, and short correspondence.
• Ability to work under stress and adapt to scheduling changes.
• Must comply with SGMC policies and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and ensure readiness of equipment and supplies for anesthesia procedures.
• Support anesthesiologists and anesthesia staff during cases.
• Handle routine setup, cleaning, and maintenance of anesthesia equipment.

Skills

High School diploma

CPR certification

Anesthesia Technician cert desirable

OR experience (1–2 years)

Reading & comprehension

Stress management

Flexible schedule

Mathematical ability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Description

WHAT IT'S LIKE AT SGMC HEALTH

Purpose

No matter your role or area that you work in, at SGMC Health we are collectively working towards goals that will make our community a better place.

Excellence

We strive to do the right thing the right way, are accountable in all we do, require competence of our people, and are compassionate in our service.

Team Spirit.

We encourage team effort, support personal and professional development, acknowledge individual talents and skills, and support innovation and empowerment.

Award Winning Performance.

We are committed to providing the best care possible and we are proud to be recognized locally, statewide, and nationally for the exceptional care that our staff provides.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE SGMC HEALTH

SGMC has great benefit options, depending on the role that you are going into– including healthcare, supplementary benefits, ways to save for the future, opportunities for career advancement, and opportunities to expand your skill set. Some of these great benefit options are listed below:

• Low Healthcare Insurance Premiums
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee discounts
• Company paid life insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Cancer Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On-the-job training and skills development
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program

JOB LOCATION :

Main Campus

DEPARTMENT:

ANESTHESIOLOGY

SCHEDULE:

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POSITION SUMMARY

The work performed by the Anesthesia Technician encompasses a range of specialized procedures and techniques used in the treatment plan for patients undergoing anesthesia, including emergency situations. They must plan, prepare, and ensure readiness of necessary items/equipment required for anesthesia service personnel to provide safe and appropriate care. This position supports the anesthesiologists and anesthesia staff by proactively planning and preparing specific equipment and supplies for each procedure/case. The Anesthesia Technician is a vital and essential member of the anesthesia team.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Education/Certification High School diploma or GED, preferred Previous experience as an Anesthesia Technician preferred Current CPR certification is required Computer skills Certification as Anesthesia Technician is desirable.
• One to two years previous experience in OR or hospital setting desirable
• Ability to read, comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to work under stressful situations efficiently and effectively
• Flexible in work schedule, assignments and work load
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions
• Ability to understand and follow the policies and procedures of South Georgia Medical Center and regulatory agencies’ standards and rules.
• Ability to add and subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

WORKING CONDITIONS - ADA INFORMATION

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly required to walk, reach, and stretch with hands and arms
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, and control knobs, of equipment and/or instruments
• Frequently required standing for long periods of time; climb or balance; stooping, kneeling, or crouching; talking or hearing; and smelling
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than100 pounds
• Vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Frequently works near moving mechanical parts and with explosive and hazardous materials
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiation
• The work environment noise level is usually moderate

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