Anesthesia Technician

UVA Health; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Disability (short/long-term)

Retirement plan

Health savings account

Job summary

UVA Health is seeking an Anesthesia Technician for on-site, full-time engagement in Charlottesville. No prior anesthesia experience is required; you will receive structured training and mentorship while supporting anesthesia providers across transplant, cardiac, obstetric, trauma, endoscopy, and MRI services.

You will set up machines, prep rooms, handle airway and monitoring equipment, and participate in fast-paced cases with ongoing shifts and handoffs.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Experience: 1 year of experience required. Experience as CNA, EMT, PCT or CMA highly preferred.
• Licensure: BLS Certification required. Additional certifications/licensure may be required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Set up and check anesthesia machines before scheduled procedures.
• Prepare operating rooms and spaces with airway, monitoring, and specialty equipment.
• Support invasive monitoring setups, rapid infusers, and related anesthesia equipment.
• Turn over rooms between cases and restore supplies to established levels.
• Respond to provider requests for airway assistance, equipment, or emergency support.
• Troubleshoot equipment concerns and communicate needs promptly to the team.
• Clean, return, and organize equipment for readiness throughout the shift.
• Provide clear handoff of outstanding needs for the next shift.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Build a hands-on healthcare career at the center of complex surgical care. As an Anesthesia Technician, you will help anesthesia providers maintain safe, prepared, and efficient patient care environments across UVA Health’s operating rooms and procedural areas.

This full-time, on-site opportunity offers paid, structured training with no previous anesthesia experience required. You will develop practical knowledge of anesthesia technology while supporting cases across transplant, cardiac, obstetric, trauma, endoscopy, and IMRIS/MRI services.

The Role

Anesthesia Technicians are essential members of the perioperative team. You will prepare anesthesia machines, equipment, supplies, and procedure spaces so providers can focus on delivering safe, timely care. The work is active, technical, and fast-paced, with opportunities to contribute during routine procedures as well as urgent and high-acuity situations.

You will begin with foundational responsibilities and progressively build your capabilities through hands‑on training, mentorship, and exposure to increasingly complex services.

Your Average Day May Include

• Setting up and completing checks of anesthesia machines before scheduled procedures
• Preparing operating rooms and procedural spaces with airway, monitoring, and specialty equipment
• Supporting video and direct laryngoscopy equipment, invasive monitoring setups, rapid infusers, TEE probes, and autotransfusion or cell saver systems
• Turning over rooms efficiently between cases and restoring supplies to established levels
• Responding to provider requests for airway assistance, equipment, invasive line setups, or emergency support
• Troubleshooting equipment concerns and communicating needs promptly to the appropriate team members
• Cleaning, returning, and organizing equipment to ensure readiness throughout the shift
• Preparing rooms and supplies for the next shift and providing a clear handoff of outstanding needs

Why UVA Health

At UVA Health, this role offers more than exposure to the operating room. It provides a structured entry point into perioperative healthcare, supported by a teaching culture that invests in technical development and advancement.

The Anesthesia Technology team follows a progressive training model. You will start with foundational support, complete defined Level I competencies, and expand your independence as you gain experience across service lines. A documented Level I through Level III career ladder provides clear expectations and milestones for continued growth.

What Makes This Opportunity Distinctive

• No prior anesthesia experience is required. We provide structured, on‑the‑job training.
• Gain direct experience in the operating room and other advanced procedural environments.
• Support an exceptional variety of cases, including transplant, cardiac, obstetric, trauma, endoscopy, and IMRIS/MRI procedures.
• Learn from anesthesia providers and experienced team members in an academic medical environment.
• Build technical knowledge through hands‑on equipment setup, troubleshooting, and emergency response.
• Receive clear expectations, ongoing feedback, mentorship, and support for professional growth.
• Pursue advancement through an established career ladder with defined Level II and Level III opportunities.
• Explore overtime opportunities when additional shift coverage is available.
• Develop transferable skills that can support continued growth across UVA Health.

Minimum Requirements

Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.

Experience: 1 year of experience required. Experience as CNA, EMT, PCT or CMA highly preferred.

Licensure: BLS Certification required. Additional certifications/licensure may be required for the position. Please see position requisition for specific requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 25-50lbs. Working in environment with fumes, chemicals, vibrations, heat, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The pay range for this role is $19.49 - $30.21 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children’s hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.