Anesthesia Technician: OR Equipment & Patient Support

UMC Health System; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant of benefits

Job summary

UMC Health System in Texas is seeking an Anesthesia Technician to support the anesthesia team by planning, securing, and arranging equipment and supplies for operating room procedures.

This role requires knowledge of basic pharmacology, sterile processing, ECG and arterial monitoring, and the ability to work a flexible schedule and be on call when needed. High school diploma or GED is required, with BLS certification preferred for safety.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of basic pharmacology, sterile processing, ECG and arterial monitoring.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Perform lab tests, report findings, and maintain documentation.
• Accompany patient during transport/transfer as needed.
• Stocks, cleans, and ensures set-up of medications, supplies, and equipment used daily by anesthesia staff.
• Prepares suction equipment, IV solutions, and pressure bags prior to each patient’s arrival.
• Performes lab test, report findings, and maintain required documentation.
• Maintains anesthesiology lab and necessary supplies.
• Assist medical staff and residents as requested.
• All other assigned duties related to Anesthesia.

Skills

Pharmacology basics

Sterile processing

ECG monitoring

Arterial monitoring

Blood gas analyzer

Anesthesia equipment

English communication

On-call flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

UMC Health System in Texas is seeking an Anesthesia Technician to support the anesthesia team by planning, securing, and arranging equipment and supplies for operating room procedures.

This role requires knowledge of basic pharmacology, sterile processing, ECG and arterial monitoring, and the ability to work a flexible schedule and be on call when needed. High school diploma or GED is required, with BLS certification preferred for safety.