Accreditation Standards, Anesthesiology, Biomedicine, Clinical Support, Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Document Management, EMT-Paramedics, Identify Issues, Infection Control, Maintain Compliance, Medical Terminology, Medications, Nursing, Paint Shop Pro Tubes, Respiratory Therapy, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Support Documentation, Surgical Procedures, Technical Support, Time Management
Position Summary
The ASC Anesthesia Technician is responsible for providing technical and clinical support to anesthesia providers to ensure safe, efficient, and timely surgical case flow. This role focuses primarily on anesthesia equipment preparation, medication readiness support (within scope), and case turnover efficiency, while assisting with limited perioperative support duties as needed.
Primary Responsibilities
Prepare and set up anesthesia machines, circuits, airway equipment, and monitoring devices prior to each case
Perform anesthesia machine checks in collaboration with anesthesia providers
Ensure availability and proper setup of airway supplies (ET tubes, LMAs, laryngoscopes, video laryngoscopy equipment, suction, etc.)
Assist with preparation and stocking of anesthesia medications per policy (no independent administration)
Maintain anesthesia carts, medication storage areas, and controlled substance documentation support processes as directed
Troubleshoot basic equipment issues and coordinate with biomedical services when needed
Assist anesthesia providers during induction and emergence as requested
Support efficient room turnover related to anesthesia equipment
Ensure compliance with infection prevention, safety, and accreditation standards
Secondary Responsibilities
Assist with patient transport as needed
Support OR turnover processes
Restock supplies and maintain cleanliness of anesthesia work areas
Qualifications
Required:
High school diploma or equivalent
Prior experience in surgical services, perioperative support, EMT, respiratory therapy tech, or related clinical environment
Working knowledge of medical terminology
Preferred:
Previous Anesthesia Technician experience
Certification as Anesthesia Technician (Cer.A.T.)
Familiarity with anesthesia machines and airway management equipment
Skills & Competencies
Strong attention to detail
Knowledge of sterile and infection control practices
Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced ASC environment
Effective communication with anesthesia providers, nursing staff, and surgeons
Basic understanding of medication handling and safety protocols
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