Anesthesia Technician

St. Charles Health System • Redmond, OR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Anesthesia Technician is an integral member of the anesthesia patient care team, assisting licensed anesthesia providers with acquiring, preparing, and applying the equipment and supplies needed to administer anesthesia. The role supports safe, efficient, and cost-effective anesthesia care for routine and complex surgical cases. The Technician prepares and maintains patient monitoring devices and anesthesia delivery systems before, during, and after anesthesia, and prepares the Operating Room for the daily workload with little guidance. The position may also assist anesthesia providers and other caregivers with patient care and does not directly manage other caregivers.

The Technician staffs various units throughout St. Charles Health System, including Operating Room, MDU, CV, FBC, and other areas requiring anesthesia support. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a licensed anesthesia provider and/or Registered Nurse. The position is full-time, with a variable schedule and 40 scheduled weekly hours.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification.
• One year of Operating Room experience, experience as an EMT, or experience as a medical assistant in a procedural area such as a surgery center.
• Ability to wear appropriate personal protective equipment required to perform the job safely.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of an approved ASATT program or an accredited educational program with at least an associate degree, or completion of an ASATT-approved advancement/recertification program.
• Anesthesia Technician or Technologist certification from the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians.
• Paramedic certification through the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians or current paramedic certification through the Oregon Health Authority.
• Certified Surgical Cleaning Technician (CSCT) certification through the Association for the Health Care Environment.
• Two years of experience as an anesthesia technician.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine anesthesia machine checks as outlined by the Food and Drug Administration.
• Prepare anesthesia equipment for general, monitored anesthesia care, and regional cases.
• Consult the Operating Room schedule to determine the equipment, preparation, and timing required for procedures.
• Assist licensed anesthesia providers in clinical settings outside the Operating Room as needed.
• Troubleshoot anesthesia machines, monitors, and related equipment as a first line of support.
• Maintain emergency carts and specialty kits, including Difficult Airway, Pediatric, Malignant Hyperthermia, Regional Block, Intra-Lipid, fiber optic scopes, TEE, and Massive Transfusion equipment.
• Dispose of anesthesia-generated biohazard waste safely according to institutional protocol.
• Disinfect, clean, and handle anesthesia equipment and instruments according to manufacturer recommendations.
• Provide support for pressure monitoring, auto transfusion, and laboratory functions.
• Track and maintain anesthesia equipment, specialty carts, kits, and inventory.
• Prepare and maintain patient equipment and anesthesia delivery systems before, during, and after anesthesia.
• Operate mechanical, pneumatic, and electronic equipment used to monitor, evaluate, and manage patients undergoing anesthesia.
• Perform first-level maintenance on anesthesia equipment, including cleaning, sterilizing, assembling, calibrating, testing, troubleshooting, requisitioning, and recording inspections and maintenance.
• Clean, sterilize, disinfect, stock, order, and maintain routine anesthesia equipment and supplies.
• Maintain and organize the anesthesia environment, equipment, and supplies to support department functions.
• Participate in advanced training and educational programs.
• Support a healing environment and intentional, caring relationships with patients and caregivers; communicate effectively and respond to patient needs.
• Provide and maintain a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
• Document equipment maintenance in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory agencies.
• Support the organization’s vision, mission, values, and Lean continuous-improvement principles.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality, comply with applicable laws and policies, report known or suspected violations, and cooperate with organizational investigations.
• Deliver timely, efficient, accurate customer service and/or patient care.
• Perform additional duties of similar complexity as required or assigned.

What This Job Offers

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