OR Anesthesia Equipment Specialist

Northwell Health; Hillside Manor (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health in New York seeks an experienced Anesthesia Technician to support OR operations by setting up anesthesia machines and carts, calibrating monitors, and troubleshooting equipment to ensure patient safety and smooth workflow.

You will follow infection control procedures, stock supplies, maintain maintenance logs, and coordinate with anesthesiologists and surgeons to prepare rooms between cases. Strong communication and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• BCLS Certification, required.
• Two years anesthesia tech experience OR ASATT-approved two-year program OR an Associate Degree in a health-related field or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of anesthesia equipment and how to operate and troubleshoot; notifies Bio-Medical Specialist for repairs.
• Works with the surgical team to set up and calibrate pressure transducers and monitors; responds to OR emergencies.
• Maintains quality control and logs; keeps maintenance records and QA monitors.
• Follows infection control and safety procedures; aseptically opens sterile supplies and cleans equipment.
• Stocks supplies for anesthesia administration and ensures ORs have drugs and equipment between cases.
• Keeps anesthesia machines and carts clean and ready for use; restocks carts and rooms.
• Accesses medication delivery areas as needed; performs related duties as required.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BCLS Certification

Two years anesthesia tech experience OR ASATT program OR associate degree

Job description

Northwell Health in New York seeks an experienced Anesthesia Technician to support OR operations by setting up anesthesia machines and carts, calibrating monitors, and troubleshooting equipment to ensure patient safety and smooth workflow.

You will follow infection control procedures, stock supplies, maintain maintenance logs, and coordinate with anesthesiologists and surgeons to prepare rooms between cases. Strong communication and the ability to work under pressure are essential.