Anesthesia Technician

The Anesthesia Technician provides critical technical and patient care support to anesthesia providers before, during, and after surgical procedures. This role ensures the safe and efficient operation of anesthesia services by preparing equipment, monitoring supplies, and assisting with procedures. Working under the direction of anesthesiologists and nursing staff, the technician plays an essential role in maintaining patient safety, infection control, and departmental readiness within a fast-paced clinical environment.

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

• Gather needed anesthesia equipment upon request.
• Demonstrate understanding and practice of aseptic technique during patient care tasks.
• Aid operating room staff with patient care under RN supervision.
• Assist with patient transport and operating room turnover as needed.
• Set up anesthesia machines, connect to gas/suction lines, and troubleshoot issues.
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain anesthesia machines and equipment per infection control protocols and manufacturer’s instructions.
• Conduct comprehensive functional testing of anesthesia equipment to verify operational safety and compliance with manufacturer’s instructions for use.
• Coordinate maintenance or repair requests through Clinical Engineering teams.
• Stock and rotate supplies in anesthesia machines, dispensing cabinets, and satellite locations.
• Order and maintain appropriate inventory levels for anesthesia and OR areas.
• Ensure proper disposal of infectious waste and hazardous materials.
• Maintain a clean and orderly environment to support safety and compliance efforts.

Education:  

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:  

• One (1) year of hospital experience preferred.

License/Certification:  

• Certified Nursing Assistant preferred. 
• Mandatory Reporter training required within 90 days of hire.
• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification- AHA- American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.