Anesthesia Technician and Perioperative Patient Care Associate

Upstate Medical University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 46,800 - 57,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Paid time off

Education support

Job summary

Upstate Medical University in New York is seeking an Anesthesia Technician and Perioperative Patient Care Associate to support anesthesiology teams in a busy OR and trauma environment.

You will prep and maintain the operating room, assist providers during procedures, and ensure equipment and supplies are ready for care. Rotating shifts include nights and weekends, with strong emphasis on teamwork and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in a health-related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• BLS CPR certification.
• Demonstrated experience as part of a care team.

Responsibilities

• Assist anesthesia providers during procedures and prepare the OR.
• Handle airway equipment and intubation support.
• Maintain anesthesia machines and perform safety checks before cases.
• Restock supplies and organize anesthesia equipment between cases.
• Support on-call, weekend, and emergency coverage as assigned.
• Monitor patient safety with monitoring and breathing equipment.

Skills

Team-based care

Patient safety

Communication

Education

Health-related Associate's degree or higher

Tools

BLS CPR certification

Job description

Job Summary

Launch your healthcare career in one of the most exciting environments in medicine. Join our fast-paced Operating Room team as an Anesthesia Technician and Perioperative Patient Care Associate, working side-by-side with anesthesiologists, CRNAs, surgeons, nurses, and trauma teams in a nationally recognized Level 1 Trauma Center.

What You’ll Do

As an essential member of the anesthesia team, you will help prepare and maintain a safe, efficient, and ready Operating Room environment while directly assisting anesthesia providers during procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Work side-by-side with anesthesiologists and CRNAs during surgical and emergency procedures
• Assist anesthesia providers with airway management and intubations by preparing and handing off equipment
• Anticipate provider needs and ensure specialized equipment is immediately available for difficult airways and emergency situations
• Perform safety checks and set-up of anesthesia machines prior to every surgical case to ensure equipment is functioning properly and ready for patient care
• Restock and organize anesthesia supplies and equipment between and during surgical cases to maintain efficient workflow
• Gain experience with sterile procedures including scrubbing, gowning, and gloving techniques in the Operating Room environment
• Prepare, set up, and maintain patient monitoring equipment, breathing equipment, and other devices used to safely monitor patients during surgery
• Support on-call, weekend, and emergency coverage as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Bring your clinical interest, technical aptitude, and commitment to patient care — we’ll help you grow.

• Associate’s degree or higher in a health-related field (other degrees with relevant coursework considered) or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification
• Demonstrated experience as part of a care team

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical Assistant or LPN experience
• EMT or Advanced EMT credentials will be considered

Work Days

Rotating Shifts, On-Call as needed, to include nights and weekends

Message To Applicants

New York State Employee Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive starting salary of $52,000 with structured NYS pay scales
• Comprehensive NYS health, dental, and vision benefits
• NYS pension and optional retirement savings plans
• Generous paid time off, holidays, and educational support

Recruitment Office: Human Resources