Anesthesia Technician I

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts General Hospital is seeking an Anesthesia Technician to support the operating room team. You will ensure anesthesia carts and machines are ready, retrieve requested supplies, and assist in preparing complex equipment for monitoring and anesthesia delivery.

This onsite role involves maintaining monitoring equipment, troubleshooting machines, and helping keep the OR environment safe and efficient. Evening shift, 40 hours per week, at 45 Fruit Street.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• BLS certification and Cer.A.T preferred.
• ASATT certification preferred for technicians.

Responsibilities

• Ensure anesthesia carts are stocked and machines are ready in each room before surgery and between procedures.
• Replace anesthesia gas tanks as needed.
• Retrieve requested anesthesia supplies for the administering clinician during surgery.
• Prepare complex equipment and supplies for hemodynamic monitoring.
• Ensure monitoring equipment and supplies are ready for use.
• Troubleshoot and ensure anesthesia machines are ready for use; perform daily equipment inspections.

Skills

Anesthesia equipment

Monitors and supplies

Communication skills

Pharmacology basics

Medical terminology

Computerized systems

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

ASATT certification

Tools

Medical record software

Job description

Job Summary

Schedule: Training will occur on the morning shift, Monday through Friday 6:30am - 3:00pm. After training is completed, this position will be Monday through Friday 1:00pm - 9:30pm.

Summary: Responsible for providing technical and operational assistance during surgical procedures and other medical interventions by ensuring the availability and proper functioning of anesthesia equipment and supplies, preparing and maintaining the operating room environment, and assisting in the delivery of safe and effective anesthesia care.

Does this position require Patient Care?Yes

Essential Functions

• Ensure anesthesia carts are supplied and machines are in each room prior to the beginning of the surgery schedule and between procedures.
• Checks and replaces anesthesia gas tanks as needed.
• Retrieve special anesthesia supplies that are anticipated and/or requested by the person administering the anesthetic before and during surgery.
• Prepares complex equipment and supplies for hemodynamic monitoring.
• Ensures monitoring equipment and supplies are ready.
• Ensures the anesthesia machine is ready for use including troubleshooting and correcting problems.
• Performs daily anesthesia equipment inspections including suction, electrical plugs, gas connections, oxygen and nitrous oxide cylinders.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials: Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred; Certified Anesthesia Technician [Cer.A.T] - American Society of Anesthesia Technicians/Technologists (ASATT) preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of anesthesia equipment, monitors, and supplies commonly used in surgical and procedural settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with the anesthesia care team and other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Basic understanding of medical terminology, pharmacology, and patient monitoring techniques.
• Proficiency in using computerized systems and medical record software.
• Physical stamina and the ability to lift and move heavy equipment and assist in patient positioning, as required.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

45 Fruit Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Evening (United States of America)

Pay Range

$22.00 - $29.79/Hourly

Grade

4At Mass General Brigham

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

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