Anesthesia Technician: OR Team Lead & Equipment

Baptist Health; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave

PTO Buyback

PTO Donation

Employee Assistance Fund

Retirement with Company Match

Job summary

Baptist Health Lexington is seeking an Anesthesia Technician for the Operating Room. The role is full-time on first shift and supports the Surgical Services team across Pre-Op, OR, Endoscopy, and Sterile Processing departments.

The position emphasizes patient data coordination, equipment handling, and collaboration with anesthesiologists and SPD to ensure safe, efficient surgical workflows. Prior OR tech experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required or obtained within 30 days of hire.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs preoperatively and relay data to the surgical services team.
• Demonstrate effective communication and teamwork in the OR environment.
• Meet with anesthesiologists to identify department needs and coordinate with vendors for equipment.
• Assist in capital budgeting processes and coordinate with Sterile Processing for supplies and instrumentation.
• Communicate OR scheduling conflicts to the Chief Anesthesiologist/designee and coordinate special procedures with SPD.
• Instruct staff on proper use and handling of anesthesia equipment and support staff scheduling.
• Demonstrate leadership and contribute to a positive patient-focused environment.
• Support patient relations and maintain a healing environment with sensitivity.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Staff Scheduling

Education

BLS certification

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Baptist Health Lexington is seeking an Anesthesia Technician for the Operating Room. The role is full-time on first shift and supports the Surgical Services team across Pre-Op, OR, Endoscopy, and Sterile Processing departments.

The position emphasizes patient data coordination, equipment handling, and collaboration with anesthesiologists and SPD to ensure safe, efficient surgical workflows. Prior OR tech experience is preferred but not required.