Anesthesia Technician II

UChicago Medicine • Chicago, IL

4d • $26 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine, as an Anesthesia Technician II in the Department of Anesthesiology. In this role, you will support anesthesia providers throughout the perioperative environment by preparing equipment, maintaining supplies, and ensuring anesthesia work areas are ready for safe, efficient patient care. This is a 100% onsite opportunity located at our Hyde Park campus.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of an accredited Anesthesia Technician program or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum two years of anesthesia technician experience in an acute care hospital.
• Experience supporting operating room anesthesia services.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Anesthesia Technician (Cer.A.T.) or Certified Anesthesia Technologist (Cer.A.T.T.) preferred or obtained within the required timeframe if applicable.
• Experience in a Level I Trauma Center or academic medical center.
• Experience supporting multiple surgical specialties.
• Strong troubleshooting and equipment maintenance skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare anesthesia machines, monitors, and related equipment before surgical and procedural cases.
• Perform operational checks, troubleshooting, cleaning, and routine maintenance of anesthesia equipment.
• Set up and assist with invasive monitoring equipment, airway equipment, rapid infusion devices, and specialty equipment.
• Assist anesthesia providers during routine and emergency procedures.
• Stock anesthesia carts, medication carts (as appropriate), and procedural areas with necessary supplies.
• Maintain inventory of anesthesia equipment and supplies and communicate shortages.
• Transport, clean, disinfect, and prepare anesthesia equipment according to infection prevention standards.
• Assist with difficult airway management and emergency response situations.
• Collaborate with physicians, CRNAs, nurses, surgical technologists, and other members of the perioperative team.
• Accurately document equipment maintenance and quality control activities.
• Participate in department meetings, education, competency validation, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient anesthesia work environment.

Benefits

• Compensation & Benefits Overview
• The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.
• The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis.
• Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity.
• Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.
• Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine

What This Job Offers

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