Anesthesia Technician

About the role

Join UnityPoint Health as an Anesthesia Technician I and play a vital role in supporting safe, high-quality surgical care. In this position, you will assist anesthesia providers before, during, and after procedures by preparing equipment, managing supplies, and ensuring readiness of anesthesia systems. Working under clinical supervision in a fast-paced environment, you will help maintain patient safety, infection control standards, and efficient workflow throughout the surgical process, contributing directly to exceptional perioperative care.

Responsibilities

• Support anesthesia and surgical teams by gathering, preparing, and organizing equipment and supplies needed for patient care.
• Set up, test, and troubleshoot anesthesia machines and related systems to ensure safe, reliable, and fully functional operation.
• Perform routine cleaning, disinfection, and maintenance of anesthesia equipment in alignment with infection control standards and manufacturer guidelines.
• Assist operating room staff with patient care activities under RN supervision, including transport and room turnover.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels by stocking, rotating, and ordering anesthesia and OR supplies to support continuous operations.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and repair requests with Clinical Engineering and ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Conduct functional testing and safety checks on anesthesia equipment to ensure compliance and patient safety.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment, including proper handling and disposal of infectious and hazardous materials.
• Support efficient OR workflow by responding to real-time needs of anesthesia and surgical teams.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma/GED or equivalent required.
• Experience: One (1) year of hospital experience is preferred.
• License(s)/Certification(s): Certified Nursing Assistant Certification is preferred.
• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association required within 90 days of hire.
• IL & IA Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 90 days of hire.
• IL & IA Adult Dependent Abuse Mandatory Training in state(s) where providing care required within 90 days of hire.

Benefits

UnityPoint Health offers a competitive Total Rewards program with benefits options that align with your needs and priorities.

• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• 401K matching
• Employee recognition program
• Dental and health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability
• Pet insurance for your four-legged family members
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay
• Tuition reimbursement to help further your career
• Adoption assistance to help you grow your family

Schedule

Day Shift 6a-4:30p (4 - 10 hr shifts) M-F Call required