Anesthesia Technician/UKHC

Inside Higher Ed; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 24,108 - 37,622; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Lexington, KY is seeking an Anesthesia Technician for a full-time night shift role. The ideal candidate will assist in cleaning equipment and ensuring patient safety during procedures. A high school diploma and CPR certification are required, along with teamwork and quick learning skills. Experience in maintenance and repair of anesthesia equipment is preferred.

Qualifications

• 1 year of related experience required.
• CPR certified required.
• Preferred experience in maintenance of anesthesia equipment.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning equipment and assisting with regional blocks.
• Setting up infusion devices and noninvasive monitoring.
• Assisting with blood specimen delivery.

Skills

Teamwork

Ability to learn quickly

Competence in aseptic techniques

Ability to work independently

Education

High School Diploma

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Job Title
Anesthesia Technician/UKHC

Requisition Number
RE51792

Working Title
Anesthesia Tech

Department Name
H3320:Perioperative Services

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
07

Salary Range
$17.50-27.31/hour

Type Of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education
HS

Required Related Experience
1 yr

Required License/Registration/Certification
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certified.

Physical Requirements
This position requires regularly standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; intermittently lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds; standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and occasionally performing tasks with repetitive motions. Also involves some exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste; radiation; burns; cuts/punctures; blood-borne/airborne pathogens; and recombinant DNA or viral vectors.

Shift
This shift is primarily nights.

Job Summary
The primary responsibilities for this position include cleaning equipment; assisting with regional blocks; setting up infusion, transducers, BAIN Circuit, and attaching noninvasive monitoring devices; assisting with blood specimen and delivery of lab specimens; and maintaining sterility.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will have the following skills: teamwork; ability to learn quickly; competence in aseptic techniques for blood collection; ability to work independently and remain calm in an intense work atmosphere.

Preferred Education/Experience
Experience in maintenance and repair of anesthesia equipment and knowledge of aseptic technique.

Deadline To Apply
11/06/2025

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