Anesthesia Monitoring Technician

Job Description: The Anesthesia Technician is a vital member of the Anesthesia Care Team, committed to ensuring safe and effective anesthetic experiences. This role encompasses a variety of technical responsibilities, including cleaning and calibrating anesthesia machines, stocking supplies, and monitoring equipment quality. The technician is also responsible for transporting patients and performing routine patient care tasks, while providing critical support during emergency situations. Additionally, the technician assists with machine turnover and procedure preparation and may be required to be on call as needed. This position supports system-wide initiatives and offers opportunities for career advancement upon demonstrated competence and dedication. Posting Specifics Level I Pay Range: $19.50 - $26.48/hour (depending on experience) Level II Pay Range: $20.07 - $28.59/hour (depending on experience) Level III Pay Range: $20.88 - $31.09/hour (depending on experience) Benefits Eligible: Yes (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and many more benefits) Shift Details: Full-time, 40 hours/week. Shifts are variable. On-call and weekends are required Location: Operating Room - St. George Regional Hospital The selected candidate will be hired into a specified job level by meeting the requirements below Essential Functions Checks, calibrates, restocks, prepares, and maintains basic anesthesia equipment and supply carts across all areas supported by the anesthesia team. Ensures all equipment is properly sterilized and functioning according to standards. Assists with room turnover and prepares anesthesia equipment for subsequent procedures. Manages the collection, cleaning, and proper processing of contaminated anesthesia equipment following procedures. Disinfects and cleans anesthesia equipment, the surrounding environment, and instrumentation in accordance with the manufacturer's Instructions for Use (IFU). Transports patients, including low-acuity patients, ensuring safe and efficient movement to and from the operating room and other designated areas. Performs Point-of-Care testing, including conducting and maintaining quality control procedures, and sterilizes equipment using appropriate methods. May be required to be on call and/or float to other departments based on operational needs, within the scope of competency and qualifications. Skills Patient Safety Basic Instrument & Equipment Preparation Inventory Management Low-Acuity Patient Transport Minimum Qualifications (Level I) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers. Minimum Qualifications (Level II) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers. Demonstrated competency and experience as an Anesthesia Tech I (Basic) or equivalent Demonstrated ability to follow instructions and work under moderate supervision Effective organizational and communication skills Basic knowledge of anesthesia equipment and sterile technique Demonstrated proactive approach to anticipating and fulfilling anesthesia needs and requests Minimum Qualifications (Level III) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers Demonstrated competency and experience as an Anesthesia Tech II (Advanced) or equivalent Demonstrated ability to work independently Demonstrated expertise in advanced anesthesia equipment set up, troubleshooting, and maintenance Proven ability to mentor junior staff, lead process improvements, and support compliance initiatives Demonstrated experience in high-acuity or specialized surgical environments Strong clinical judgment and troubleshooting skills Prior approval from the Surgical Services Director Council must be obtained before caregivers are moved into this role. Preferred Qualifications Associate’s degree in Science or equivalent Previous experience working in a healthcare setting Previous Operating Room (OR) experience Physical Requirements Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items (instrument sets of 25 pounds or less). Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.) May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time. Location: Intermountain Health St George Regional Hospital Work City: St George Work State: Utah Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $19.50 - $26.48 We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here. Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. 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