Anesthesia Tech/Operating Room Assistant

TriHealth • Cincinnati, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Anesthesia Technician at Bethesda North, you’ll play a critical role in
supporting safe, seamless surgical care by preparing equipment, assisting
providers, and ensuring patients receive the highest-quality experience. You’ll
be part of TriHealth’s collaborative, high‑performing surgical team, where your
technical expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work directly
contributes to exceptional outcomes in one of the region’s leading hospitals.

The Perioperative Assistant/Anesthesia tech for the Operating Room reports to
the Assistant Nurse Manager. . The perioperative Assistant/Anesthesia tech for
all areas is supervised by the team leader, nursing manager, and charge nurse.
The perioperative assistant/Anesthesia Tech performs assigned duties related to
providing assistance as a team member within the assigned perioperative
department and to nursing staff and anesthesia. Facilitating and assisting with
patient transport, OR turnover, coordinating and managing activities related to
surgery/anesthesia department. Maintains anesthesia machines and equipment. Sets
up/turnover operating rooms with required equipment, positioning devices,
anesthesia and physiologic monitoring equipment in preparation for anesthesia in
surgical and obstetric suites. Removes and cleans OR/Anesthesia equipment at end
of procedures - if possible- and restocks OR/anesthesia supplies for subsequent
use.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED or GED (Required)
• Familiar with basic sterile technique in order to function within a sterile environment
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Required

Responsibilities

• Transports patients via hospital stretchers/beds/wheelchairs in a safe and timely manner.
• Performs supply, equipment, environmental related tasks, and quality checks as required. Responsible for maintaining PAR levels in supply areas. Recognizes and reports problems appropriately. May report and follow through on equipment malfunctions. Performs stocking/cleaning requirements as needed or may notify supervisor. May monitor case carts and report missing supplies.
• Maintains a safe environment, complies with infection control policies, reports safety hazards, demonstrates knowledge of patient safety and emergency policies and procedures. Assists housekeeping with preparation of patient rooms.
• Communicates effectively: assists with patient flow activities, performs clerical tasks as assigned, reports patient related information and tasks completed to the RN.
• Assists with positioning and prepping of patient for procedure and discharge under the direction of the RN. Maintains competencies skills, performs tasks within the scope of training and completes work within required time frame
• Flexible in ability to complete assignments, Demonstrate initiative in seeking out additional assignments. Understands role in patient outcomes as a member of OR team. Attends in-service and continuing education offerings to maintain and improve skill level. Keeps current on newest technology.
• Ensures the storage, availability, issuance, preparation and care of anesthesia supplies, equipment and instrumentation utilized in the care and treatment of patients receiving anesthesia.

Benefits

• We offer competitive shift differentials, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED