Anesthesia Technician

Job Title: Anesthesia Technician

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Anesthesiology

Req #: 0000273209

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $26.39 - $26.39 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 purpose-driven environment where teamwork, compassion, and exceptional patient care create meaningful experiences every day. This Anesthesia Technician role offers opportunities for growth, supportive collaboration, and a culture committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. As an Anesthesia Technician, you will play an essential role in supporting anesthesiologists and CRNAs, enhancing individualized patient care, and ensuring seamless clinical operations across the surgical suite and perioperative division. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every team member is encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a lasting impact.

A typical day for an Anesthesia Technician may include:

• Collaborating with anesthesiologists and CRNAs to organize and administer individualized, age-specific care to patients in the surgical suite and across the perioperative division
• Coordinating and providing technical support to anesthesia providers in the operating room
• Assisting anesthesia providers during patient induction and intubation, while anticipating clinical needs when a case deviates from the normal to ensure a smooth transition
• Preparing, calibrating, maintaining, and cleaning anesthesia machines prior to the start of surgery
• Maintaining and cleaning specialized equipment, including the cleaning and disinfection of transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) probes
• Stocking anesthesia carts, ordering supplies as indicated, and ensuring the availability of necessary supplies and equipment
• Assisting with the educational development of learners within the anesthesia department
• Contributing to a collaborative team environment where professionalism, communication, and patient-centered care are shared priorities
• Completing all required departmental orientation programs and ongoing competencies to support continuous quality and safety

This role might be for you if:

• Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, learners, and colleagues
• You thrive in a fast-paced surgical and perioperative environment while anticipating provider needs
• Attention to detail and technical precision help you maintain, calibrate, and disinfect critical medical equipment
• Adaptability allows you to manage sudden changes during surgical cases while maintaining composure and professionalism
• Continuous learning and professional growth motivate you
• Collaborative teamwork is something you value and actively contribute to every day

To be considered for this Anesthesia Technician opportunity, you are passionate about delivering compassionate, age-specific patient care while supporting high-performing surgical teams.

• This is a per diem, day shift schedule
• You have graduated from an accredited program in Anesthesia Technology, or possess a suitable combination of education and 2 years of experience.
• You hold and maintain a current Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification