Critical Care Tech

Job Summary The Critical Care Technician assists staff Anesthesiologists in preparing and performing a variety of anesthesia preparations and procedures in the operating rooms and remote anesthetizing locations. This position is proficient in the application of all anesthesia preparations and procedures. Education & Experience High School Diploma or GED (Required) Associate's Degree in Anesthesia Technology OR two (2) years’ experience in an Anesthesia Tech or Critical Care Tech role (Required) Certification / Licensure / Registration Completion of Anesthesia Tech Program (Preferred) ACLS Certification or Certification by the American Association of Anesthesia Technicians and Technologists (ASATT) (Preferred) Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Strong Verbal Communications Skills Strong Written Communications Skills Excel – Intermediate Level PowerPoint – Intermediate Level MS Word – Intermediate Level Excellent Organizational Skills Physical Requirements and Demands Adequate hearing to perform job duties in person and over the telephone. Ability to hear alarms, telephone, tape recorder, and normal speaking voice. Must be able to accurately document pertinent information either by writing or typing. Job Role Operative Procedure Accountabilities: Applies all equipment used in the operative care of the anesthetized patient and performs all duties at the direction of the Anesthesiologist, Nurse Anesthetist staff (CRNA), manager or lead technician. Processes equipment used in anesthesia and the management of the anesthetized patient. Is competent in troubleshooting anesthesia equipment failures as a first responder. Is competent in the use of anesthesia equipment, monitoring and rapid blood delivery devices for intraoperative and post‑operative use. Uses knowledge of sterile technique to assist with central line and pulmonary artery catheter placement. Post‑Operative Accountabilities: At the conclusion of each case and as directed by departmental policy and procedure, participates in the training/orientation of new staff members to the operating room setting. Readies anesthesia equipment for subsequent use. Pre‑Operative Accountabilities: Acts as a member of the Anesthesia team by preparing the patient/machine interface for the delivery of anesthesia and the management of the patient during surgery. Assists in the sterile and aseptic preparation of the patient for the placement of the pulmonary artery, central venous and arterial and venous monitoring lines. Maintains all anesthesia equipment before, during and after the operative procedure. Supports the anesthesia team by preparing, maintaining and cleaning equipment used with an anesthetic course. Compensation Pay Range: $20.47 – $28.64 per hour. Benefits Other compensation (if applicable): Shift Differential Review the 2025‑2026 UMMS Benefits Guide #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Maryland Medical System