Perioperative Anesthesia Support Tech

Upstate; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Upstate is hiring an Anesthesia Technician and Perioperative Patient Care Associate to join our fast-paced Operating Room team in Syracuse. You will work alongside anesthesiologists, CRNAs, surgeons, and trauma teams in a nationally recognized Level 1 Trauma Center, gaining hands-on experience in anesthesia support.

Minimum qualifications include an associate degree in a health-related field, BLS CPR, and experience as part of a care team.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in a health-related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification.
• Demonstrated experience as part of a care team.

Responsibilities

• Work side-by-side with anesthesiologists and CRNAs during surgical and emergency procedures.
• Assist anesthesia providers with airway management and intubations by preparing and handing off equipment.
• Anticipate provider needs and ensure specialized equipment is available for difficult airways and emergencies.
• Perform safety checks and set-up of anesthesia machines prior to every surgical case.
• Restock and organize anesthesia supplies and equipment between and during surgical cases.
• Gain experience with sterile procedures including scrubbing, gowning, and gloving in the OR.
• Prepare, set up, and maintain patient monitoring equipment and other devices used during surgery.
• Support on-call, weekend, and emergency coverage as assigned.

Skills

Team collaboration

Care teamwork

Education

Health-related degree

Job description

Upstate is hiring an Anesthesia Technician and Perioperative Patient Care Associate to join our fast-paced Operating Room team in Syracuse. You will work alongside anesthesiologists, CRNAs, surgeons, and trauma teams in a nationally recognized Level 1 Trauma Center, gaining hands-on experience in anesthesia support.

Minimum qualifications include an associate degree in a health-related field, BLS CPR, and experience as part of a care team.