Anesthesia Technician

Surgery Partners, Inc; Altoona (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off (PTO)

Life insurance

Job summary

Surgery Partners, Inc. seeks an Anesthesia Technician to assist anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists in delivering anesthesia care. You will prepare and maintain anesthesia equipment, ensure sterility, and support patient monitoring before, during, and after procedures.

Responsibilities include equipment checks, supply preparation, assisting in induction and maintenance, and ensuring aseptic technique across multiple operating rooms. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team is essential.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology used in anesthesia.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and verify anesthesia equipment before procedures.

Skills

Medical Terminology

EMR systems

HIPAA regulations

English communication

Attention to detail

Independent teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year degree preferred

BLS certification required

Tools

Anesthesia equipment knowledge

Sterile technique

Job description

Job Summary

The Anesthesia Technician will support anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists in the delivery of anesthesia care. The technician will be responsible for preparing and maintaining anesthesia equipment and supplies, ensuring a sterile environment, and assisting in patient monitoring before, during, and after procedures.

Application Deadline

10/2/2026

Job Summary

The Anesthesia Technician will support anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists in the delivery of anesthesia care. The technician will be responsible for preparing and maintaining anesthesia equipment and supplies, ensuring a sterile environment, and assisting in patient monitoring before, during, and after procedures.

Hours

• .8 FTE - 32 Hours Per Week
• Varying Shifts

Essential Job Functions

• Assemble and check all equipment and machines prior to procedures to ensure proper functioning
• Stock and prepare medications, fluids, and anesthesia-related supplies needed for procedures
• Assist anesthesiologist and nurse anesthetists during induction, spinals, maintenance, and emergent phase of anesthesia
• Ensure the maintenance of aseptic and sterile techniques when handling equipment and supplies
• Monitor equipment functionality, troubleshoot, calibrate, and maintain anesthesia equipment and report malfunctions promptly
• Decontaminate, sterilize, and properly store reusable equipment and tools after procedures
• Move anesthesia carts, machines, and monitoring equipment to different operating rooms as needed
• Track supply levels, reorder items, and rotate stock to avoid expiration
• Support staff in properly positioning patients for procedures to ensure safety and optimal access for anesthesia deliver
• Provide immediate support during code situations or anesthesia-related emergencies by preparing necessary equipment
• Assist with cleanup of the anesthesia work area and turnover of rooms between cases
• Participate in the department’s on-call rotation and respond promptly to call-ins to ensure continuous patient care and surgical support as needed
• Promptly report and document any occurrences of unusual events, safety concerns, or incidents in accordance with organization policies and procedures
• Use the organization's secure messaging platform in accordance with departmental protocols, including timely receipt and responses to communications
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Medical Terminology
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
• Quality assurance and accreditation standards
• Understanding of HIPAA regulations, patient confidentiality laws and patient rights
• Awareness of pharmacological agents used in anesthesia
• Effective English communication in verbal and written format
• Quality work including attention to detail and accuracy
• Carry out customer service standards
• Basic computer proficiency
• Prioritize tasks effectively through managing workload based on urgency and importance
• Capacity to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Continuously lean and improve through staying up to date on job specific trends, policies and new technologies
• Successfully demonstrate organization-wide performance review competencies

Qualifications

• Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required
• Two-year degree from an accredited college or technical school is preferred
• BLS certification is required upon hire
• Previous experience in a hospital environment is required
• Must possess a cell phone that interfaces with the organization’s secure message system

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
• Company paid life insurance
• Free meals
• PTO
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness reimbursement

Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.