$21.04 - $26.19 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. Anesthesia Technician – RWJBarnabas Health At RWJBarnabas Health, Anesthesia Technicians become part of a collaborative perioperative team where precision, teamwork, and patient-centered care come together to support safe and successful surgical outcomes.
This Anesthesia Technician role offers opportunities for professional growth, hands-on clinical experience, and a culture committed to excellence, innovation, and continuous learning. As an Anesthesia Technician, you will play an essential role in preparing anesthesia equipment, supporting anesthesia providers throughout surgical procedures, and helping maintain a safe, efficient, and organized perioperative environment.
Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every Anesthesia Technician is encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact on patient care. A typical day for an Anesthesia Technician may include: Preparing, inspecting, and calibrating anesthesia machines and related equipment to ensure readiness for surgical procedures Providing technical support to anesthesiologists and CRNAs before, during, and after procedures to promote safe and efficient anesthesia care Assisting anesthesia providers during patient induction, airway management, intubation, and other anesthesia-related procedures Anticipating the needs of the anesthesia team during routine and complex surgical cases to support seamless patient care Cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining anesthesia equipment, including anesthesia machines, transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) probes, and other specialized devices, following infection prevention and organizational standards Stocking anesthesia carts, monitoring inventory levels, and coordinating the ordering of supplies to ensure equipment and materials are readily available Collaborating with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia providers, and other perioperative team members to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care Supporting the education and development of students, new team members, and departmental learners through collaboration and knowledge sharing Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized surgical environment by following departmental policies, safety protocols, and quality standards This role might be for you if: You are detail-oriented and take pride in preparing equipment accurately and maintaining a highly organized work environment You remain calm, focused, and adaptable in fast-paced surgical and procedural settings Strong teamwork and communication skills help you collaborate effectively with anesthesia providers and the broader perioperative team You enjoy supporting clinical teams behind the scenes to help ensure safe, high-quality patient care You are proactive in anticipating the needs of providers and responding efficiently as surgical cases evolve Patient safety, quality, and operational excellence guide your daily work Continuous learning and professional development are important to you To be considered for this Anesthesia Technician opportunity Required
High School Diploma required. Required Knowledge: Knowledge of septic technique, medical terminology, and clinical equipment application and function required. Required Certification: Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
Preferred
2 years of experience as an Anesthesia Technician is preferred (previous experience in anesthesia technology, surgical services, or a perioperative setting is also preferred). Additional
Additional departmental training, competencies, or certifications may be required based on operational needs. Available for 40 hour weekend position 2pm-10:30pm
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