Perioperative Technician – Surgical Anesthesia Support

Great Plains Health; North Platte (NE); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Plains Health in North Platte, NE is seeking a Technical Assistant to support perioperative services, assist in preparing and maintaining anesthesia equipment, transport patients, stock supplies, and help with turnover before and after procedures.

Under supervision of licensed anesthesia providers and registered nurses, you will ensure supplies are stocked, anesthesia machines tested, and sterile technique observed, contributing to safe, efficient operating room operations.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or Equivalent required.
• BLS Certification required.
• Oxygen certification (Medication Aide Training Hospital based) required within 6 months of hiring.

Responsibilities

• Assist perioperative services with patient transport, environmental services, stocking and ordering supplies.
• Support anesthesia providers and RN during surgical cases; prepare and maintain patient equipment and anesthesia delivery systems.
• Test anesthesia machines daily per protocol with documentation.
• Participate in operating room turnover after case completion.
• Maintain par levels of supplies and ensure ORs and workrooms are stocked and organized.
• Transport patients between units and pre-op holding area as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Multi-tasking

Adaptability

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalent

BLS Certification

Oxygen Certification within 6 months

Job description

Great Plains Health in North Platte, NE is seeking a Technical Assistant to support perioperative services, assist in preparing and maintaining anesthesia equipment, transport patients, stock supplies, and help with turnover before and after procedures.

Under supervision of licensed anesthesia providers and registered nurses, you will ensure supplies are stocked, anesthesia machines tested, and sterile technique observed, contributing to safe, efficient operating room operations.