Operating Room Tech (Full Time Days) 6:30a-3:00p

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Mountain Brook, AL

About The Position

The Anesthesia Technician supports the anesthesia team in delivering safe and efficient patient care by preparing equipment, assisting with procedures, and maintaining anesthesia supplies. The role works under the supervision of anesthesiologists and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to facilitate operations in areas requiring anesthesia. The technician helps maintain a sterile, organized environment, troubleshoots equipment, and ensures readiness for a variety of procedures across patient populations.

Requirements

Proficiency in setting up, calibrating, and maintaining anesthesia equipment and monitoring devices.
Knowledge of aseptic and sterile techniques for assisting with invasive and non-invasive procedures.
Strong organizational skills to manage supplies and maintain readiness across multiple procedural areas.
Effective communication skills for interacting with anesthesia providers, nurses, and other healthcare team members.
Ability to remain calm and responsive in high-pressure and emergency situations.
Familiarity with patient care protocols and safety standards.
BLS - Basic Life Support certification required.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an accredited Anesthesia Technician program, or college coursework in Biology, Physiology, Anatomy, or related scientific fields.
0–2 years of experience as an Anesthesia Technician in a hospital or surgical setting.
1–2 years of experience as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN).
Cer.A.TT - Certified Anesthesia Technologist certification.

Responsibilities

Prepare anesthetizing locations by setting up, calibrating, and maintaining monitoring devices and anesthesia equipment for scheduled procedures.
Assist anesthesia providers with aseptic or sterile techniques during non-invasive and invasive procedures, including airway management and intravenous or arterial line placement.
Monitor and report abnormal changes in patient vital signs or physical appearance to anesthesia providers.
Obtain and stock anesthesia supplies in operating rooms, labor and delivery suites, and other procedural areas.
Assist with laboratory tests and results, including arterial blood gases (ABGs), activated clotting times (ACTs), and other point-of-care tests.
Prepare, obtain, and deliver blood products and pharmaceuticals as requested by the anesthesia team.
Provide technical guidance and instruction to other anesthesia technicians and team members as needed.
Assist with patient transport, positioning, and application of monitors under the supervision of the anesthesia team.
Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and coordinate with appropriate repair departments for timely resolution.
Remain immediately available to assist with routine and emergency procedures as directed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Comply with all policies and standards.