Anesthesia Technician

Children's Hospital Colorado; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Paid time off

403b/retirement plan

Parental leave

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Children's Hospital Colorado in Aurora, CO is seeking an Anesthesia Technician to assist licensed anesthesia providers in clinical settings. You will prepare and apply equipment for anesthesia under supervision, ensure AWS readiness, and support patient positioning and transport as part of a multidisciplinary team.

The position requires a high school diploma, BLS/CPR certification, and ASATT certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS/CPR from the American Heart Association with at least 6 months left before expiration.
• ASATT Certified Anesthesia Technician (Cer.A.T.) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides anesthesia set up for cases by completing the anesthesia machine check out and assisting with equipment troubleshooting.
• Disinfects equipment and restocks Anesthesia Work Station between cases.
• Assists in positioning and preparing patients for procedures as directed.
• Sets up rapid infusers, ultrasound, fiber optic scopes and other necessary devices.
• Assists Anesthesia provider with patient transport and coordinates with other departments for equipment.

Skills

BLS/CPR

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASATT Cer.A.T. preferred

Job description

Job Details

Job ID: 108291

Location: Aurora

Position Type: Regular

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Estimated Close Date: 10/31/2026

Job Overview

The Anesthesia Technician position assists licensed anesthesia providers in the clinical settings. They perform their duties under the direct supervision of a licensed anesthesia provider and/or Registered Nurse (RN) and following the CHCO policies and procedures. The role is responsible for acquisition, preparation and application of the equipment and supplies required for the administration of anesthesia.

Department Name: Anschutz Anesthesiology
Job Status: full time, 40 hours per week, eligible for benefits
Shift: Shifts scheduled Monday through Thursday between the hour of 2000-0630. Some weekends and holidays.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides anesthesia set up for cases by completing the anesthesia machine check out, assisting with first line trouble shooting of anesthesia equipment, conducting inventory of anesthesia machine drawer for appropriate equipment, ensures equipment is in working condition and restocks Anesthesia Work Station (AWS)between cases and maintains safe work environment.
• Removes the anesthesia equipment from the room post-case, removes equipment from poles and prepares for Sterile Processing department pick up. Disinfects the machine and AWS between cases and at the end of the day.
• Assists in positioning and preparing patient for procedures as directed.
• Sets up the rapid infuser, ultrasound, fiber optic scopes, video laryngoscope, trans-illuminators, pressure lines, IV lines, sterile trays and positioning devices.
• During procedure, under direction from provider, anticipates and provides equipment needed, preparing and dressing line insertion sites.
• Prepares supplies necessary for invasive line placement.
• Assists Anesthesia provider with patient transport.
• Coordinates with external departments to ensure appropriate equipment is available.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degrees
  • High school diploma or equivalent
• Licenses & Certifications
  • BLS/CPR from the American Heart Association with at least 6 months left before expiration is required upon hire
  • ASATT Certified Anesthesia Technician (Cer.A.T.) preferred

Salary Information

Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience.

Hourly Range: $21.15 to $31.72

Benefits Information

• Here, you matter. As a Children's Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, company provided life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, 403b employer match (retirement savings), a robust wellness program, and access to professional development tools, including an education benefit to help you advance your career.
• As part of our Total Rewards package, Children's Colorado offers an annual employee bonus program that rewards eligible team members based on organizational performance. If organizational goals are met for the year, the bonus is paid out the following April.
• Children's Colorado delivers annual base pay increases to eligible team members based on their performance over the previous year.

EEO Statement

It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. Be aware that none of the questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on non-job-related information. The position is expected to stay open until the posted close date. Please submit your application as soon as possible as the posting is subject to close at any time once a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is obtained.

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