ANESTHESIA TECHNICIAN

Cook County Government; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook County Health in Chicago is seeking an Anesthesia Technician to support anesthesia professionals by handling and sterilizing equipment, stocking supplies, and assisting with patient transport and monitor placement under supervision. The role emphasizes equipment maintenance and readiness for operative cases. The position requires a High School Diploma or GED and 5 years in an OR environment; ASATT certification is preferred.

Shift is 2PM-10PM at John H. Stroger, Jr.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in an operating room or procedural area environment.
• High School Diploma or GED is required and must be shown at interview.
• ASATT certification is preferred or required where noted in the job description.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the start of operative cases by transporting and positioning patients and applying monitors.
• Stock supplies and ensure par stock is available; maintain and sterilize anesthesia equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and basic repairs on anesthesia machines and ventilators (Limited).
• Clean and prepare anesthesia equipment after each case and assist in inventory tracking.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certification by the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians (ASATT)

Job description

Job Description - ANESTHESIA TECHNICIAN (00139583)

Job Description

Job Number

00139583

Job Posting

Sep 22, 2026, 5:55:55 PM

Closing Date

Oct 7, 2026, 4:59:00 AM

Shift Information

Full-time Shift Start Time : 2:00 P.M. Shift End Time : 10:00 P.M.

Collective Bargaining Unit : SEIU Local 73

Posting Salary : $24.119 - $29.159

Organization

Health and Hospital Systems

Department: Anesthesiology & Pain Management

LOCATION:John H. Stroger, Jr. Hospital

SHIFT: 2PM-10PM

Salary is commensurate with years of experience indicated at time of application submittal. Experience not disclosed or documented at the time of application will not be considered for initial step placement.

Job Summary

The Anesthesia Technician provides technical and clinical support to Cook County Health (CCH) anesthesia professionals. This includes the handling and sterilizing of medical equipment, stocking supplies used by anesthesia providers, maintenance and cleaning of equipment, providing transport oxygen cylinders, facilitating the start of operative cases (transporting, positioning, and placement of basic monitors on patient(s) under the direction and supervision of an anesthesiologist.

Typical Duties

• Reports at the start of the shift and after each task, as assigned. Must receive pager communications
• Ensures daily stocking of par stock and unpacking of disposable items upon arrival.
• Changes breathing circuits, lays cables, Electrocardiogram (ECG) leads, and pulse oximetry sensors prior to each case
• Ensures availability of transport oxygen cylinder, regulator and facemask or Ambu bag
• Assists in the transporting and positioning of patients, placement of monitors, and other tasks at the start of each case, in assigned Operating Rooms as directed by the Anesthesiologist
• Periodically checks Operating Rooms to obtain equipment, as needed by the Anesthesiologist
• Reports malfunctioning equipment to the supervisor, and if directed, to the Department of Clinical Engineering
• Transports blood for blood gas and electrolyte analysis
• Performs preventative maintenance on anesthesia machines and ventilators (Limited)
• Repairs anesthetic machines and ventilators (Limited)
• Maintains other monitoring equipment
• Assists in application of pulse, arterial, ultrasonic and venous monitors and blood warming and ventilating equipment
• Cleans anesthesia equipment after each case and conducts thorough periodic cleaning as directed by the supervisor
• Under the direction of the supervisor, tracks and records inventory
• Available during emergencies, as directed by the Anesthesiologist

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required (Must provide proof at the time of interview)
• Five (5) years of experience working in an operating room or procedural area environment is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) years of experience as an Anesthesia Technician
• Certification by the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of basic concepts of sterility
• Knowledge of basic concepts of infection control and universal precautions
• Knowledge of basic techniques used in packaging and sterilizing equipment and supplies
• Knowledge of care, handling, and maintenance of anesthesia machines, gases, and related equipment, including electronic equipment
• Knowledge of physiological monitoring devices and equipment
• Awareness of serious consequences in errors in performance
• Manual dexterity to handle and manipulate supplies, instruments and equipment
• Vision correctable to acceptable limits for reading records, ampules and monitors
• Willingness to work under close supervision and direction
• Mechanical aptitude
• Patience and tact in dealing with patients and co-workersWillingness to perform a variety of repetitive tasks without concern for possible unpleasant conditions
• Rapidity and accuracy in performance of job tasks
• Ability to constantly stand, walk and bend during work periods
• Ability to transfer and position patients and equipment
• Ability to work in a fast paced, stressful environment
• Work evening, night, and weekend shifts as per departmental needs

Physical and Environmental Demands

This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.

VETERAN PREFERENCE

When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service.

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To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:

• Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
• Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, “Are you a Military Veteran?”
• Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable)
• A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.

If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW

MUST MEET REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION

Degrees awarded outside the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.

Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.

CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.