Anesthesia Technician

Indiana University Health System; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

IU Health Methodist in Indianapolis seeks an Anesthesia Support Technician to assist anesthesiologists and CRNAs, manage anesthesia drug inventory, and ensure the operating room is equipped for cases. The role supports trauma and other surgeries in a Level 1 trauma center.

The position requires 1–3 years of experience, a High School Diploma or GED, and BLS/AHA certification. Shift is 3:00pm–11:30pm, Monday–Friday, on-site at IU Health Methodist.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Basic Life Support (BLS) required; Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience is required.
• Knowledge of anesthesia drugs, and supplies for ordering and maintaining inventory levels.
• Knowledge of equipment setup and maintenance along with the ability to perform minor troubleshooting of equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist Anesthesiologists and CRNAs during trauma cases and other special cases with supply and equipment needs.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels of anesthesia drugs and supplies for the operating room area.
• Set up, troubleshoot and maintain pressure monitoring equipment.

Skills

BLS certification

Anesthesia supplies management

Equipment setup & troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

IU Health Methodist proudly anchors downtown Indianapolis as a Level 1 Trauma facility, featuring 29 operating suites. Our expertise spans Trauma, Orthopedics, Cardiovascular, Vascular, Neurology, and General Surgery. We provide critical care for high acuity patients across various clinical specialties.

This is a Monday-Friday day shift role working 3:00pm-11:30pm.

Responsibilities

• Assist Anesthesiologists and CRNAs during trauma cases and other special cases with supply and equipment needs.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels of anesthesia drugs and supplies for the operating room area.
• Set up, troubleshoot and maintain pressure monitoring equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required. Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience is required.
• Knowledge of anesthesia drugs and supplies for ordering and maintaining supply levels.
• Knowledge of equipment setup and maintenance along with the ability to perform minor troubleshooting of equipment.