Anesthesia Technician - Main OR

Join the Team Behind Exceptional Surgical Care at UVA Health

At UVA Health, every successful procedure begins with a dedicated team working together to deliver safe, high-quality patient care. As an Anesthesia Technician, you will play a vital role in supporting anesthesiologists, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs), anesthesia residents, and surgical teams by ensuring anesthesia equipment, supplies, and technology are prepared and ready for patient care.

As part of one of Virginia's leading academic medical centers, you will work in a fast-paced perioperative environment where your expertise and attention to detail directly contribute to patient safety, clinical excellence, and operational efficiency. This role offers a unique opportunity to be an integral member of the surgical team while supporting innovative procedures, advanced technologies, and a culture of continuous learning.

Position Summary

The Anesthesia Technician provides critical technical and clinical support to anesthesia care providers throughout the perioperative environment. This role is responsible for preparing, maintaining, and troubleshooting anesthesia equipment and supplies, assisting with invasive monitoring and vascular access procedures, and supporting operating room readiness for a wide range of surgical and procedural cases.

Working collaboratively with anesthesiologists, anesthesia residents, CRNAs, nurses, and surgical staff, the Anesthesia Technician helps ensure the safe and efficient delivery of anesthesia services while supporting UVA Health's commitment to exceptional patient outcomes.

What You'll Do

Clinical & Technical Support

• Prepare, organize, and maintain anesthesia equipment, supplies, medications, and monitoring devices for surgical and procedural cases.
• Assist anesthesia care providers during invasive monitoring procedures and vascular access placement.
• Support the delivery of anesthesia services in the operating room, procedural, and satellite care areas.
• Ensure anesthesia machines, airway equipment, and monitoring devices are properly functioning and available for patient care.
• Assist with patient preparation and room setup to promote efficient case flow and procedural readiness.
• Anticipate the needs of anesthesia providers and proactively prepare equipment and supplies for scheduled procedures.

Operating Room Support

• Collaborate with surgical teams to maintain efficient operating room workflows.
• Support room turnover activities to ensure readiness for subsequent cases.
• Respond promptly to requests for equipment, supplies, and technical support during procedures.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, organized, and well-stocked perioperative environment.

Equipment Management & Quality Assurance

• Perform routine equipment checks, maintenance, cleaning, and troubleshooting in accordance with departmental policies and manufacturer guidelines.
• Monitor inventory levels of anesthesia supplies and communicate restocking needs.
• Assist with the management and organization of anesthesia carts, difficult airway equipment, and specialty devices.
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention standards, safety regulations, and departmental protocols.

Teamwork & Professional Development

• Build effective working relationships with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and support staff.
• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and excellent customer service in all interactions.
• Maintain required competencies, certifications, and ongoing professional development activities.
• Contribute to a collaborative culture focused on patient safety, continuous improvement, and clinical excellence.
• Support onboarding, training, and development of team members as appropriate.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in departmental quality improvement initiatives and operational projects.
• Demonstrate leadership and initiative in supporting perioperative services and technical patient care delivery.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Why UVA Health?

UVA Health is a nationally recognized academic health system committed to excellence in patient care, education, research, and innovation. Our surgical services teams support complex procedures across multiple specialties while fostering an environment where team members can grow professionally and make a meaningful impact every day.

As an Anesthesia Technician, you'll work alongside highly skilled clinicians, gain exposure to advanced surgical procedures and technologies, and contribute directly to the care of patients across the Commonwealth and beyond.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience

• No prior experience required.

Licensure & Certification

• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous healthcare, patient care, surgical services, emergency medical services, military medical, or technical support experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to learn specialized medical equipment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Physical Demands

This position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting of equipment and supplies. Team members must possess strong communication, visual, and auditory skills and be able to respond quickly in a dynamic clinical environment. Exposure to blood and body fluids, infectious diseases, chemicals, and other healthcare-related hazards may occur. Appropriate personal protective equipment is provided and required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings

• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts

• Certification and education support

• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.