Anesthesia Technician II

Mass General Brigham; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an Anesthesia Tech to assist with patient preparation for anesthesia and surgery. The role involves cleaning and setting up anesthesia equipment, monitoring patients, and ensuring timely setup for procedures. Candidates should have an Associate's degree and 1-2 years of relevant experience. Join a team dedicated to exceptional patient care and groundbreaking medical discoveries.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience as an Anesthesia Tech required.
• Knowledge of anesthesia equipment and patient care principles.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, sterilizes and sets up anesthesia equipment.
• Assists anesthesia provider with monitoring and positioning.
• Prepares anesthesia carts and machines for surgery.

Skills

Knowledge of anesthesia equipment

Basic patient care principles

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Associate's degree in a Related Field of Study

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Works in conjunction with the anesthesiologist and the nurse anesthetist to prepare patients for anesthesia and surgery. Ensures care for equipment utilized. Also responsible for collecting intraoperative shed blood for auto-transfusion. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

1. Cleans, sterilizes and sets up all types of anesthesia equipment.
2. Assists anesthesia provider with monitoring, transport, positioning, insertion of intravenous and other invasive lines, and airway management.
3. Prepares anesthesia carts and anesthesia machines with appropriate supplies in a timely manner to facilitate room turnover.
4. Ensures proper functioning, condition and positioning of anesthesia equipment.

Qualifications

Education: Associate's degree in a Related Field of Study required

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

Licenses and Credentials: None

Experience: 1-2 years of experience working as an Anesthesia Tech required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Maintains working knowledge of the name and function of all anesthesia equipment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of basic patient care principles.
• Ability to work well under extreme pressure and stress.

Additional Job Details

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

102 Endicott Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.