Anesthesia Technician: Equipment & Perioperative Support

Centralus Health; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, NY is recruiting an Anesthesia Technician to support anesthesia providers by preparing and maintaining equipment, ensuring sterility and readiness for all cases. The role emphasizes safety, infection control, and timely equipment troubleshooting in a fast-paced perioperative environment.

The successful candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED and at least one year of healthcare experience; certification is encouraged.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Minimum of one (1) year of healthcare experience.
• Certification is encouraged and supported by the organization.

Responsibilities

• Assists anesthesia providers with equipment setup and procedural support for routine and emergency cases.
• Prepares anesthesia workstations, carts, and procedure locations before cases and clears them after use.
• Ensures anesthesia equipment is clean, functional, and ready for use at all times.
• Troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment and coordinates service with Biomedical Engineering or equipment vendors as needed.
• Maintains anesthesia supply and storage areas in a clean and organized manner.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Equipment troubleshooting

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Anesthesia equipment

Job description

Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, NY is recruiting an Anesthesia Technician to support anesthesia providers by preparing and maintaining equipment, ensuring sterility and readiness for all cases. The role emphasizes safety, infection control, and timely equipment troubleshooting in a fast-paced perioperative environment.

The successful candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED and at least one year of healthcare experience; certification is encouraged.