Surgical Anesthesia Tech: Precise OR Support & Safety

Valley-Presbyterian-Hospita; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Presbyterian Hospital in Van Nuys, CA is seeking an experienced Anesthesia Technician to support anesthesia providers and surgical teams by ensuring equipment, supplies, and monitoring systems are prepared, maintained, and ready for every case. If you're detail-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced surgical environment, and are committed to patient safety, we'd love to have you on our team.

As an on-site position, you will collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of recent operating room experience in an acute care hospital
• Completion of an approved Anesthesia Technician training program (or Surgical Technician)
• Strong knowledge of anesthesia equipment, surgical workflows, and OR procedures
• Understanding of AORN standards, infection prevention, and patient safety practices

Responsibilities

• Prepare anesthesia equipment, supplies, and medications for surgical procedures
• Assist anesthesia providers with intubations, invasive line placement, and emergency procedures
• Set up, test, and troubleshoot anesthesia monitors and equipment to ensure proper function
• Turn over operating rooms efficiently between cases while maintaining sterile technique
• Maintain anesthesia carts, remove expired supplies, and order replacement inventory
• Identify equipment issues and coordinate repairs to minimize downtime
• Follow AORN standards, infection prevention practices, and hospital safety policies
• Monitor operating room readiness, including environmental and equipment safety requirements
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and surgical staff to support efficient OR operations
• Participate in departmental projects and quality improvement initiatives

Skills

Operating room experience

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Anesthesia Technician training program

Job description

Valley Presbyterian Hospital in Van Nuys, CA is seeking an experienced Anesthesia Technician to support anesthesia providers and surgical teams by ensuring equipment, supplies, and monitoring systems are prepared, maintained, and ready for every case. If you're detail-oriented, thrive in a fast-paced surgical environment, and are committed to patient safety, we'd love to have you on our team.

As an on-site position, you will collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and