OR Anesthesia Tech: Mastering Equipment & Patient Care

OakLeaf Surgical Hospital; Altoona (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with 4% company match

PTO

Wellness reimbursement

Free meals

Job summary

OakLeaf Surgical Hospital is seeking an Anesthesia Technician to support anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists in delivering anesthesia care. You will prepare and maintain anesthesia equipment, ensure a sterile environment, and assist with patient monitoring before, during, and after procedures.

Varying shifts are available. The role includes stocking supplies, assisting in all anesthesia phases, maintaining equipment, and participating in on-call rotations to ensure continuous care and

Qualifications

• Must have eligibility for employment in the U.S.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two-year degree from an accredited college or technical school preferred.
• BLS certification required on hire.
• Previous hospital experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and check equipment prior to procedures for proper functioning.
• Stock and prepare medications, fluids, and anesthesia supplies.
• Assist during induction, maintenance, and emergent phases of anesthesia.
• Maintain aseptic and sterile techniques when handling equipment.
• Monitor equipment, troubleshoot, calibrate, and report malfunctions.
• Decontaminate, sterilize, and store reusable equipment after procedures.
• Move anesthesia carts, machines, and monitoring equipment between rooms.
• Track stock levels, reorder items, and rotate stock to prevent expiration.
• Position patients for procedures to ensure safety and access for anesthesia.
• Provide support during anesthesia-related emergencies and code situations.
• Assist with room turnover and area cleanup between cases.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to call-ins as needed.
• Report safety concerns or incidents per policies; use secure messaging as required.

Skills

Medical Terminology

EMR systems

HIPAA compliance

English communication

Attention to detail

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year degree preferred

BLS certification

Hospital experience required

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Job description

OakLeaf Surgical Hospital is seeking an Anesthesia Technician to support anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists in delivering anesthesia care. You will prepare and maintain anesthesia equipment, ensure a sterile environment, and assist with patient monitoring before, during, and after procedures.

Varying shifts are available. The role includes stocking supplies, assisting in all anesthesia phases, maintaining equipment, and participating in on-call rotations to ensure continuous care and