OR Assistant | Anesthesia Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Shift, weekend and holiday pay where/

Career growth and advancement

Job summary

University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center (UM CRMC) seeks a skilled Full-Time Day Shift OR Assistant/Anesthesia Technician to support its Surgical Services team. You will prepare and maintain anesthesia equipment, set up ORs, assist providers, and help ensure smooth perioperative operations in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidate has at least two years of anesthesia-related experience, a high school diploma or GED, and BLS certification (obtained during probation).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two years of experience as an Anesthesia Technician, CNA, EMT, or Military Corpsman.
• Current or obtainable AHA BLS certification during probationary period.
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, inspect, and maintain anesthesia equipment and supplies.
• Set up operating rooms per surgeon preferences.
• Support anesthesia providers during procedures and turnover.
• Clean, disinfect, sterilize, and maintain equipment per infection prevention standards.
• Monitor inventory and coordinate reordering.
• Complete anesthesia billing documentation and reconcile daily records.
• Transport patients and assist with patient care activities.
• Identify equipment issues and coordinate repairs.

Skills

Teamwork

BLS certification

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Anesthesia equipment

Job description

Job RequirementsJoin the University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center (UM CRMC) and be part of a high-performing team delivering exceptional, patient-centered care every day. This is a collaborative, team-driven environment where your impact is seen, valued, and supported. Recognized as one of Maryland’s Top 100 Best Places to Work, UM CRMC offers a strong clinical culture, engaged leadership, and clear paths to build your career.

Job RequirementsJoin the University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center (UM CRMC) and be part of a high-performing team delivering exceptional, patient-centered care every day. This is a collaborative, team-driven environment where your impact is seen, valued, and supported. Recognized as one of Maryland’s Top 100 Best Places to Work, UM CRMC offers a strong clinical culture, engaged leadership, and clear paths to build your career.Position SummaryWe are seeking a skilled and dependable Full-Time Day Shift OR Assistant/Anesthesia Technician to join our Surgical Services team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented healthcare professional who thrives in a fast-paced perioperative environment and is passionate about supporting safe, efficient surgical care. You will work closely with anesthesia providers, surgeons, nurses, CRNAs, and the perioperative team to prepare and maintain anesthesia equipment and supplies, assist with operating room setup and turnover, support patient transport, maintain inventory, and help ensure smooth daily surgical operations. This role also supports anesthesia billing documentation and contributes to a safe, organized, patient-centered environment. Join a collaborative team committed to clinical excellence, teamwork, and delivering exceptional surgical care. Full-Time Day Shift: Monday - Friday | 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Key ResponsibilitiesThe following statements describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties.

• Prepare, inspect, and maintain anesthesia equipment and supplies for scheduled surgical procedures.
• Set up operating rooms according to surgeon preferences and anticipated procedural needs.
• Support anesthesia providers during procedures and assist with efficient operating room turnover.
• Clean, disinfect, sterilize, and maintain anesthesia equipment following infection prevention standards.
• Monitor inventory levels, restock anesthesia supplies, and coordinate reordering as needed.
• Complete anesthesia billing documentation and reconcile daily records to support accurate charge capture.
• Collaborate with anesthesia providers, physicians, CRNAs, inventory staff, and other departments to support daily operations.
• Transport patients and assist with patient care activities, including blood draws and 12-lead EKGs as appropriate.
• Identify equipment issues, coordinate repairs, and maintain a safe, organized perioperative environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Full-Time Day Shift: Monday - Friday | 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Licensure & Experience

• High school diploma or GED, required.
• Minimum of two years of experience as an Anesthesia Technician, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), EMT, or Military Corpsman, required.
• Valid American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or must be obtained during the probationary period.
• Current CNA, EMT, or Military Corpsman certification, preferred.
• Experience working in a surgical or perioperative environment, preferred.
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Compensation

• Pay Range: $19.50 - $27.31 per hour.
• Shift, Weekend, and Holiday Differential Pay Where Applicable.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package for Full Time, Part Time, and PRN Staff Members.
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within a Growing Surgical Services Team.