Anesthesia Technician: Equipment Prep & Sterilization

Northwell Health; Halesite (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health in New York is seeking an Anesthesia Technician to support anesthesia services. The role involves setting up equipment, preparing IV medications, testing and maintaining anesthesia equipment, and ensuring supplies are stocked.

You will sterilize reusable equipment and report equipment malfunctions, contributing to safe, efficient patient care. Required is a High School Diploma or equivalent with 1-3 years of relevant experience; Current Anesthesia Technician Certification is

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Anesthesia Technician Certification preferred, plus specialized certifications as needed.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience, required.

Responsibilities

• Assists Anesthesiologist by setting up equipment and preparing various 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 noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Skills

Equipment setup

Sterilization

Equipment maintenance

Supply management

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Anesthesia Technician Certification preferred

Job description

Northwell Health in New York is seeking an Anesthesia Technician to support anesthesia services. The role involves setting up equipment, preparing IV medications, testing and maintaining anesthesia equipment, and ensuring supplies are stocked.

You will sterilize reusable equipment and report equipment malfunctions, contributing to safe, efficient patient care. Required is a High School Diploma or equivalent with 1-3 years of relevant experience; Current Anesthesia Technician Certification is