Allied - 19330180

URMC Strong Memorial Hospital•Rochester, NY

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Anesthesia Technician to assist in providing excellent patient care in the operating room. The position involves operating and maintaining anesthesia equipment and supporting clinical staff during surgical procedures. The technician collaborates with anesthesiologists, residents, CRNAs, and anesthesia technologists, and may participate in advanced cases including cardiac, liver transplant, vascular, thoracic, and trauma surgeries. The role also requires on-call and callback availability as needed. The schedule is 1:30 PM to 10:30 PM, including holidays and weekends. The technician provides backup assistance to the shift supervisor during their absence and performs other duties assigned by supervisory staff.

Requirements

Current BLS certification.
At least two years of experience as an Anesthesia Technician.

Nice To Haves

A four-year college education with related technical training, or a two-year college education in a closely related field, along with two years of relevant experience.
Certification from the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists or another recognized professional body.

Responsibilities

Prepare anesthesia equipment before patient arrival, place anesthesia monitors, maintain equipment cleanliness, and ensure specialized supplies and medications are available.
Collaborate with anesthesiologists, residents, CRNAs, and anesthesia technologists throughout the day.
Operate the cell-saver machine, track lab reports, and contribute to advanced surgical cases such as cardiac, liver transplant, vascular, thoracic, and trauma surgeries.
Provide on-call coverage and callback availability as needed.
Ensure anesthesia equipment functions properly and preventive maintenance is completed.
Troubleshoot and operate sophisticated equipment, serving as a resource for specialized equipment use and maintenance.
Assist in developing and implementing staff training programs and support training on the roles and responsibilities of an anesthesia technologist.
Set up and troubleshoot anesthesia equipment, including infusion pumps, nerve stimulators, defibrillators, and transport monitors.
Calibrate anesthesia machines and connect fiberoptic bronchoscopes to video monitors as required.
Set up operating rooms between cases, maintain organized supply carts, and ensure equipment is available for procedures outside the operating room, including ectopic procedures.
Provide backup assistance to the shift supervisor during their absence and undertake other duties assigned by supervisory staff.