Anesthesia Technician: Equipment & Patient-Safety Pro

Northwell Health; Town of North Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health in New York seeks an experienced Anesthesia Technician to support anesthesia services by preparing equipment and medications, and assisting the anesthesiologist in the operating room.

Responsibilities include testing and maintaining anesthesia equipment, stocking supplies, washing and sterilizing equipment, and reporting any malfunctions to ensure patient safety and smooth OR workflows.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current Anesthesia Technician Certification required; additional specialized certifications as needed.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Assists Anesthesiologist by setting up equipment and preparing intravenous medications as directed.
• Tests and maintains anesthesia equipment; orders, stocks and maintains supplies and medications.
• Washes and sterilizes re-usable equipment and anesthetic machine.
• Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate personnel.
• Performs related duties as required; all responsibilities are essential functions under the ADA.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Anesthesia Technician Certification

1-3 years of relevant experience

Job description

Northwell Health in New York seeks an experienced Anesthesia Technician to support anesthesia services by preparing equipment and medications, and assisting the anesthesiologist in the operating room.

Responsibilities include testing and maintaining anesthesia equipment, stocking supplies, washing and sterilizing equipment, and reporting any malfunctions to ensure patient safety and smooth OR workflows.