Anesthesia Technician (Entry Level)

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid life and disability

Health Savings Account contributions

Paid Time Off, Holidays and Parental/P

403(b) with employer match

Job summary

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago in Northbrook is seeking an experienced Anesthesia Technician to support operating room equipment and supplies across multiple anesthetic areas.

The role emphasizes safety, readiness and teamwork in a high‑volume pediatric setting. You will assist with patient preparation, equipment maintenance, and rapid troubleshooting, ensuring the OR runs smoothly and procedures proceed without delay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associates degree in sciences preferred.
• Previous operating room experience or related healthcare experience required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. ASATT certification preferred.
• Prior anesthesia technician work experience preferred.
• Knowledge of sterile technique and aseptic practices preferred.
• Ability to read and write in English to clearly communicate and perform essential job duties.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure in a stressful environment.
• Ability to set priorities and respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other members of the health care team.

Responsibilities

• Consult OR schedule to determine supply and equipment needs.
• Prepares and provides support for all anesthesia related equipment and supplies in all anesthetic areas to include: Main OR, Cardiac Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology, MRI, CT and Procedure Suites.
• Maintains and supports anesthesia machines and related equipment (monitors, pumps, infusion equipment, gas cylinders, etc.).
• Assists anesthesia attending with preparing patients for procedures.
• Assists with movement of equipment and supplies to ensure room turnover and readiness.
• Maintains immediate availability to assist in routine and emergency procedures as needed.
• Troubleshoots equipment and coordinates with Biomedical Engineering to resolve issues.
• Performs job functions with a focus on innovation, service excellence and teamwork.
• Demonstrates knowledge of disinfection and sterilization protocols as required.

Skills

Operating room experience

BLS certification

ASATT certification

Sterile technique

English communication

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associates degree in sciences

Job description

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Location

Outpatient Center in Northbrook

Job Description

• Consults Operating Room (OR) schedule to determine supply and equipment needs.
• Prepares and provides support for all anesthesia related equipment and supplies in all anesthetic areas to include: Main OR, Cardiac Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology, MRI, CT and Procedure Suites.
• Provides maintenance and support to anesthesia machines to include, but not limited to: Drager 2B and Drager GS, anesthesia monitors, drug infusion pumps and infusions, -blood infusion equipment, fluid warming equipment, intubation equipment including fiberoptic bronchoscopes, gas cylinders, lab testing equipment, ultrasound equipment, and IV/central line/arterial line set-up.
• Assists anesthesia attending with preparing patients for procedures.
• Assists with movement of equipment and supplies to ensure room turn over and readiness.
• Maintains immediate availability to assist in routine and emergency procedures as needed.
• Troubleshoots equipment and works with Biomedical Engineering and Leadership to resolve issues.
• Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others.
• Demonstrates knowledge of pertinent aspects and competency with protocols related to the use of chemical disinfection, high level disinfection, and sterilization if required as part of the responsibilities of the role.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associates degree in sciences preferred.
• Previous operating room experience or related healthcare experience required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. ASATT (American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians) certification preferred.
• Prior anesthesia technician work experience preferred.
• Knowledge of sterile technique and principles of aseptic practice preferred.
• Ability to read and write in English to clearly communicate and perform essential job duties required.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure in a stressful environment.
• Ability to set priorities and respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other members of the health care team.

Education

High School Diploma/GED (Required)

Pay Range

$19.50-$30.23 Hourly

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

Benefits

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
• 403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various Voluntary Benefits

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits
• Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
• Discount purchasing program

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and its affiliates (collectively “Lurie Children’s”), we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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