Anesthesia Technician

Job Title: Anesthesia Technician

Location: Main Hospital - New Brunswick

Department Name: Anesthesiology

Req #: 0000248069

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $25.25 - $25.25 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview: 

Provides assistance to the licensed anesthesia providers in various settings by acquisition and preparation of the equipment and supplies required for the administration of anesthesia. The anesthesia technician performs cleaning, disinfection, stocking and maintenance the routine anesthesia equipment and monitoring devices. 

Qualifications: 

Required: 

• High School Diploma required 

• Knowledge of septic technique, medical terminology and clinical equipment application and function required.  

Preferred: 

• 1-3 years of experience as an Anesthesia Technician 

Scheduling Requirements: 

• Please note this position will work three 8-hour shifts with on call requirements 

Essential Functions: 

Maintains the cleanliness and organization of the anesthesia storage/work areas and all anesthesia workstations on a daily basis 

• Inspects, maintains and replaces as necessary, a safe and secure sharps disposal system 

• Ensures cleanliness of equipment cleaning area 

• Maintains supply stock in all anesthesia workstations 

• Carbon dioxide absorbers and cleaned/exchanged weekly 

• Ensures proper handling of equipment to maintain usability and safely, troubleshoots and reports needed repairs inclusive of checking returned equipment. 

• Ensures availability of necessary equipment for each operating room. 

• Prepares and assembles necessary equipment 

• Assembles and assists with operation of any specialized equipment 

• Maintains composure and performs well during emergent situations 

• Demonstrates timeliness in all duties, particularly, preparation for emergency procedures 

Assists anesthesia professional staff as requested 

• Assists and anticipates needs of anesthesiologists in invasive monitor insertion and procedures, fiber optic intubation and/or difficult airway situations 

• Anticipates need for invasive monitoring according to daily OR schedule 

• Prepares OR for daily caseload according to licensing restrictions inclusive of: preparation of laryngoscope and intubation equipment and supplies, set up of IV warning device and preparation of additional monitors 

• Demonstrates dependability in department technician call coverage and overtime coverage as reasonably requested 

Provides interoperative auto transfusion services as requested for non-cardiac elective and emergency procedures 

• Participates in call coverage for the provision of interoperative auto transfusion services 

• Prepares and assembles disposables and operates auto transfusion equipment consistent with departmental policy and procedural guidelines 

• Maintains cleanliness and preparation of auto transfusion equipment and supplies 

• Provides estimate of blood loss via auto transfusion unit and total volume re-infused 

• Assists with monitoring and evaluation of auto transfusion service quality and effectiveness 

Promotes and maintains positive relationships with all contacts 

• Facilitates resolution of conflicts and problems as appropriate 

• Promotes interpersonal and interdepartmental relationships 

• Adopts team approach to duties 

• Maintains professional attitude toward patients, physicians, staff and visitors 

• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively and cooperatively 

Complies with all departmental and hospital policies and procedures 

• Adheres to hospital and departmental code of conduct 

• Complies with conditions of employment 

• Conforms to hospital policies related to allocated time period for breaks and meals 

• Limits non-emergent personal calls to breaks and meal times. 

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health. 

• Paid Time Off (PTO) 

• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance 

• Dental and Vision Insurance 

• Retirement Plans 

• Short & Long Term Disability 

• Life & Accidental Death Insurance 

• Tuition Reimbursement 

• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts 

• Wellness Programs 

• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) 

• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! 

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health 

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. 

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education. 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer