Certified Anesthesia Tech / Full-time

CHRISTUS Health•Santa Fe, NM

10h

About The Position

The Certified Anesthesia Technician is responsible for providing comprehensive support to anesthesia providers in the operating room and other clinical areas. This role encompasses preoperative preparation, intraoperative support, postoperative duties, emergency response, and general maintenance of anesthesia equipment and supplies to ensure safe and efficient patient care. The technician must possess strong technical knowledge of anesthesia machines, monitoring systems, and sterile techniques while being able to respond quickly and effectively to clinical needs.

Requirements

High School Diploma required.
Associate’s degree preferred.
Courses in medical terminology and basic physiology preferred.
Anesthesia Technician Certification required.
BLS issued through American Heart Association preferred.
Strong understanding of anesthesia equipment, procedures, and sterile techniques.
Proficiency in troubleshooting and minor maintenance of anesthesia machines and monitoring systems.
Excellent organizational, time-management, and communication skills.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Knowledge of anesthesiology equipment care, operation, and maintenance
Knowledge of standards for patient care and safe practice in the anesthetic environment
Effective interpersonal skills, attention to detail, ability to gain technical knowledge of equipment
Knowledge of medical terminology and equipment
Basic computer skills and ability to problem solve and prioritize
Ability to perform minor technical repairs
Good written and oral communication skills
Ability to function well in stressful situations
Ability to read, write, and communicate verbally in English
One year of direct patient contact experience as an Emergency Medical Technician, Licensed Practical Nurse or related clinical experience required.