Anesthesia Technician: OR Prep & Equipment Specialist

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. seeks an Anesthesia Technician to support the anesthesia team by preparing equipment, assisting with procedures, and maintaining supplies across operating rooms and labor/delivery areas.

Under supervision of anesthesiologists and CRNAs, you’ll ensure readiness, troubleshoot equipment, and help deliver safe patient care for diverse procedures. Basic program or LVN background preferred; BLS required.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Anesthesia Technician program preferred or
• College or coursework in Biology, Physiology, Anatomy, or related scientific fields preferred
• 0-2 years of experience as an Anesthesia Technician in a hospital or surgical setting preferred
• 1-2 years of experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepares anesthetizing locations by setting up, calibrating, and maintaining monitoring devices and anesthesia equipment for scheduled procedures.
• Assists anesthesia providers with aseptic or sterile techniques during non-invasive and invasive procedures, including airway management and intravenous or arterial line placement.
• Monitors and reports abnormal changes in patient vital signs or physical appearance to anesthesia providers.
• Obtains and stocks anesthesia supplies in operating rooms, labor and delivery suites, and other procedural areas to ensure readiness.
• Assists with laboratory tests and results, including arterial blood gases (ABGs), activated clotting times (ACTs), and other point-of-care tests.
• Prepares, obtains, and delivers blood products and pharmaceuticals as requested by the anesthesia team.
• Provides technical guidance and instruction to other anesthesia technicians, and team members as needed.
• Assists with patient transport, positioning, and application of monitors under the supervision of the anesthesia team.
• Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions, ensuring timely resolution by coordinating with the appropriate repair departments.
• Maintains immediate availability to assist with routine and emergency procedures as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Anesthesia equipment setup

Aseptic techniques

Organizational skills

Communication

Calm under pressure

Education

Accredited Anesthesia Technician program

Biology/Physiology/Anatomy coursework

LVN background (1-2 years)

Tools

Anesthesia monitors

Blood gas equipment

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. seeks an Anesthesia Technician to support the anesthesia team by preparing equipment, assisting with procedures, and maintaining supplies across operating rooms and labor/delivery areas.

Under supervision of anesthesiologists and CRNAs, you’ll ensure readiness, troubleshoot equipment, and help deliver safe patient care for diverse procedures. Basic program or LVN background preferred; BLS required.