Anesthesia Monitoring Technician

Intermountain Health

2d•$19 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Anesthesia Technician is a vital member of the Anesthesia Care Team, committed to ensuring safe and effective anesthetic experiences. This role encompasses a variety of technical responsibilities, including cleaning and calibrating anesthesia machines, stocking supplies, and monitoring equipment quality. The technician is also responsible for transporting patients and performing routine patient care tasks, while providing critical support during emergency situations. Additionally, the technician assists with machine turnover and procedure preparation and may be required to be on call as needed. This position supports system-wide initiatives and offers opportunities for career advancement upon demonstrated competence and dedication. Posting Specifics Pay Ranges: $19.31 - $26.22/hour (Level I) (depending on experience). $19.87 - $28.31/hour (Level II) (depending on experience). $20.67 - $30.78/hour (Level III) (depending on experience) Benefits Eligible: Yes (Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance, 401(K), education assistance, + many more) Shift Details: Full-time, 40 hours/week. 4x10 hour shifts/week. After completing training, 8, 10, and 12 hour shifts are offered based on staffing needs Department: Anesthesiology, Intermountain Medical Center (Murray, UT) The selected candidate will be placed into the job level based on meeting the minimum requirements below.

Requirements

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
Demonstrated competency and experience as an Anesthesia Tech I (Basic) or equivalent
Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and work under moderate supervision
Effective organizational and communication skills
Basic knowledge of anesthesia equipment and sterile technique
Demonstrated proactive approach to anticipating and fulfilling anesthesia needs and requests
Demonstrated competency and experience as an Anesthesia Tech II (Advanced) or equivalent
Demonstrated ability to work independently
Demonstrated expertise in advanced anesthesia equipment set up, troubleshooting, and maintenance
Proven ability to mentor junior staff, lead process improvements, and support compliance initiatives
Demonstrated experience in high-acuity or specialized surgical environments
Strong clinical judgement and troubleshooting skills

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in Science or equivalent
Previous experience working in a healthcare setting
Previous Operating Room (OR) experience
1 year of experience in an OR, ICU, or an ED setting

Responsibilities

Checks, calibrates, restocks, prepares, and maintains basic anesthesia equipment and supply carts across all areas supported by the anesthesia team.
Ensures all equipment is properly sterilized and functioning according to standards.
Assists with room turnover and prepares anesthesia equipment for subsequent procedures.
Manages the collection, cleaning, and proper processing of contaminated anesthesia equipment following procedures.
Disinfects and cleans anesthesia equipment, the surrounding environment, and instrumentation in accordance with the manufacturer's Instructions for Use (IFU).
Transports patients, including low-acuity patients, ensuring safe and efficient movement to and from the operating room and other designated areas.
Performs Point-of-Care testing, including conducting and maintaining quality control procedures, and sterilizes equipment using appropriate methods.
May be required to be on call and/or float to other departments based on operational needs, within the scope of competency and qualifications.