Lead Anesthesia Technician

Job Overview:

To support and coordinate the daily operations of the Anesthesia Tech team as our busy surgical department. The ideal candidate is a skilled technician with a strong understanding of anesthesia equipment and protocols, excellent organizational skills, and leadership experience or potential. Responsible for assisting with the setup of the operating room for procedures under the supervision of the RN and OR leadership.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 3 years experience in an operating room

Preferred:

• Experience as an Anesthesia Tech with demonstrated leadership capabilities

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Certification as an Anesthesia Technician Cer. A.T.T. or Cer.A.T.
• Basic Life Support with American Heart Association required within 90 days of starting

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day Shift
• Full Time
• Weekends and holiday on call rotation required

Essential Functions:

• Restocking of supplies
• Assisting Anesthesiologists as needed
• Transport specimens, transport patients when needed
• Maintain and ensure readiness of anesthesia equipment and supplies across all surgical areas
• Ensure equipment is available and functioning, picking instruments and needed items for cases
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits and Perks:

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
• Wellness Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare 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.