Critical Care Tech

University of Maryland Medical System; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a Critical Care Technician to assist staff Anesthesiologists in preparing and performing anesthesia procedures in operating rooms and remote locations. The role requires proficiency with anesthesia equipment, sterile technique, and effective communication within the anesthesia team.

Education includes a High School diploma or GED; an Associate degree in Anesthesia Technology or two years of related experience is required, with Anesthesia Tech

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Associates Degree in Anesthesia Technology OR 2 years' experience in an Anesthesia Tech or Critical Care Tech role (Required)
• Completion of Anesthesia Tech Program (Preferred)
• ACLS Certification or ASATT Certification (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Applies anesthesia equipment and assists with patient care as directed by anesthesia staff.
• Prepares, maintains, and sterilizes equipment used in operative and remote anesthetizing locations.
• Troubleshoots anesthesia equipment failures as a first responder.
• Supports sterile technique for central line and monitoring device placement.
• Trains new staff on OR procedures and equipment readiness.

Skills

Verbal communications

Written communications

Excel

PowerPoint

MS Word

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree in Anesthesia Technology

2 years anesthesia/critical care tech experience

Anesthesia Tech Program (Preferred)

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Critical Care Technician assists staff Anesthesiologists in preparing and performing a variety of anesthesia preparations and procedures in the operation rooms and in remote anesthetizing locations. This position is proficient in the application of all anesthesia preparations and procedures.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Associates Degree in Anesthesia Technology OR two (2) years' experience in an Anesthesia Tech or Critical Care Tech role (Required)
• Completion of Anesthesia Tech Program (Preferred)

CERTIFICATION / LICENSURE / REGISTRATION:

• ACLS Certification or Certification by the American Association of Anesthesia Technicians and Technologists (ASATT) (Preferred)

SHIFT HOURS:

6 am to 2:30 pm et

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Strong Verbal Communications Skills
• Strong Written Communications Skills
• Excel -Intermediate Level
• PowerPoint - Intermediate Level
• MS Word - Intermediate Level
• Excellent Organizational Skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND DEMANDS:

Adequate hearing to perform job duties in person and over the telephone. Hears alarms/telephone/taperecorder/normal speaking voice. Must be able to accurately document pertinent information either by writing or typing.

JOB ROLE:

Operative Procedure Accountabilities:

• Applies all equipment used in the operative care of the anesthetized patient and performs all duties at the direction of the Anesthesiologist, Nurse Anesthetists staff (CRNA), manager or lead technician.
• Applies all equipment used in the operative care of the anesthetized patient and performs all duties at the direction of the Anesthesiologist, Nurse Anesthetist staff (CRNA), manager or lead technician.
• Processes equipment used in anesthesia and the management of the anesthetized patient.
• Is competent in troubleshooting anesthesia equipment failures as a first responder.
• Is competent in the use of anesthesia equipment, monitoring and rapid blood delivery devices, for intraoperative and post-operative use.
• Uses knowledge of sterile technique to assist with central line and pulmonary artery catheter placement.

Post-Operative Accountabilities:

• At the conclusion of each case and as directed by departmental policy and procedure, participates in the training/ orientation of new staff members to the operating room setting.
• Readies anesthesia equipment for subsequent use.

Pre-Operative Accountabilities:

• Acts as a member of the Anesthesia team by preparing the patient/ machine interface for the delivery of anesthesia and the management of the patient during surgery.
• Assist in the sterile and aseptic preparation of the patient for the placement of the pulmonary artery, central venous and arterial and venous monitoring lines.
• Maintains all anesthesia equipment before, during and after the operative procedure.
• Is competent in a variety of anesthesia preparations and procedures in the operating room setting and in remote anesthetizing locations.
• Supports the anesthesia team by preparing, maintaining and cleaning equipment used with an anesthetic course.

BENEFITS COMPENSATION:

• Pay Range: $20.47- $28.64
• Other Compensation (if applicable): Shif Differential Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide