Certified Anesthesia Tech: OR Equipment & Support

Penn Medicine; Plainsboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine in Plainsboro Township, NJ is seeking an Anesthesia Technician to support anesthesiologists and anesthesia teams with equipment and supplies necessary for anesthesia administration. The role requires independent work under supervision, with responsibilities spanning equipment prep, sterilization, and stock management across OR suites.

Qualifications include a HS Diploma or GED, ASATT program completion or eligibility, and at least 1 year in a relevant role.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Graduated from an ASATT anesthesia program; ASATT certification within six months of employment or eligibility to sit.
• Minimum 1 year in a relevant position.

Responsibilities

• Assist anesthesia team with acquisition, preparation, and application of anesthesia equipment.
• Manage all medical gas tanks across locations; ensure availability for procedures.
• Assist with suite turnover and provide perioperative technical support to anesthesia staff.
• Maintain par levels and rotating stock of medications and equipment; report shortages to supervisor.
• Perform sterilization and high-level disinfection of anesthesia supplies; adhere to universal precautions.

Skills

Anesthesia equipment handling

Sterilization & disinfection

Work under pressure

Inventory/par level management

Education

HS Diploma/GED

ASATT program graduation

ASATT certification eligibility within 6 months

Job description

Penn Medicine in Plainsboro Township, NJ is seeking an Anesthesia Technician to support anesthesiologists and anesthesia teams with equipment and supplies necessary for anesthesia administration. The role requires independent work under supervision, with responsibilities spanning equipment prep, sterilization, and stock management across OR suites.

Qualifications include a HS Diploma or GED, ASATT program completion or eligibility, and at least 1 year in a relevant role.