Anesthesia Technician - Periop Services

RiseMe; Arkansas; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Leave benefits

Education discount

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Career training

Merchant discounts

Prescription delivery

Job summary

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) seeks an Anesthesia Technician to support anesthesia staff before, during, and after procedures in the Main OR and ODS. You will assemble setups, test equipment, and ensure rapid turnover of rooms in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with 1 year of patient care experience; anesthesia tech experience is preferred, with 2 years of patient care preferred. Full-time, shift-varying with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED plus 1 year of patient care experience.
• Preferred: Previous Anesthesia Tech experience.
• Preferred: 2 years of patient care experience.
• Must be able to wear PPE including N95 masks, PAPR or CAPR.

Responsibilities

• Assembling setups and preparing machines and equipment for use
• Performing basic tests of machines and troubleshooting problems
• Cleaning, replacing tubing, stocking carts, and general turnover of rooms
• Performing blood tests
• Taking care of residents and staff needs as a member of the operating room team
• Follows directions and instructions from the Anesthesia staff and the OR coordinator
• Models the Core Values of UAMS – Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Teamwork, Creativity, and Excellence in compliance with company guidelines.
• Performs related responsibilities as required or assigned.

Skills

patient care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Closing Date: 09/29/2026

Type of Position

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type

Regular

Work Shift

Shift Vary (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available: No

Institution Name

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

Benefits

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Department

ICE | PeriopSvc Anesthesia

Summary of Job Duties

Schedule: Full-Time, Shift Varies

The Anesthesia Technician assists anesthesia staff before, during, and after procedures requiring anesthesia and reports directly to the SPS/Anesthesia Tech Supervisor. Anesthesia Technicians will work in the UAMS Main and One Day Surgery (ODS) Operating Rooms. The Main OR is a 20-room suite, operational 24/7, and located on the 2nd floor of the Central Hospital. There are 10 endoscopic rooms, 2 laminar flow rooms, 2 DaVinci Robotic rooms and a dedicated endovascular room. It is a fast-paced environment performing state of the art procedures with state-of-the-art equipment. Specialties include: Gynecology, Urology, Orthopedic (total and trauma), Vascular, Cardiovascular (open heart), E.N.T., Plastic/Reconstructive, and General (Kidney and Liver transplant) and Neurosurgery. ODS is an 8-room suite, M-F 0630-1900 and located on the 4th floor of the Outpatient Center. It services primarily outpatient procedures in all services listed above excluding Heart, Vascular and Transplants.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED plus 1 year of patient care experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous Anesthesia Tech experience
• 2 years of patient care experience

Additional Information:

Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).

Responsibilities

• Assembling setups and preparing machines and equipment for use
• Performing basic tests of machines and troubleshooting problems with machines
• Cleaning, replacing tubing, stocking carts, and general turnover of rooms between and after cases
• Performing blood tests
• Taking care of residents and staff needs as a member of the operating room team
• Follows directions and instructions from the Anesthesia staff and the OR coordinator
• Models the Core Values of UAMS – Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Teamwork, Creativity, and Excellence in compliance with company guidelines.
• Performs related responsibilities as required or assigned.

Salary Information: commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please contact [e-mail] for any recruiting related questions.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

Constant Physical Activity

Hearing, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity

Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Stooping

Occasional Physical Activity

Grasping, Kneeling, Repetitive Motion, Sharps

Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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