Anesthesia Technician

Job Requirements

Join a High-Performing Surgical Team

What Sets Our Operating Room Apart

Our Operating Room features 8 advanced operating rooms supporting a full spectrum of surgical services, including cardiac, trauma, orthopedics, robotics, neurosurgery, and multiple specialties. As a Level II Trauma Center and teaching hospital, we deliver high-acuity, high-volume surgical care. Our culture is defined by teamwork, safety, and clinical excellence, ensuring nurses practice at the top of their profession.

Opportunities for Growth & Professional Development

Here, Nurses Build Broad, Versatile Skill Sets Across Diverse Surgical Specialties. You’ll Collaborate With Surgeons, Residents, And Faculty, Gaining Exposure To Cutting-edge Techniques And Academic Practice. We Support Your Professional Journey Through

• Structured Periop 101 courses for new OR nurses.
• Specialty training and cross-training opportunities.
• Shared governance participation.
• Leadership development pathways.
• Access to ongoing academic learning and mentorship.
  
  

A Collaborative Work Environment

We believe exceptional care starts with exceptional communication. Our team benefits from:

• Daily huddles that promote transparency and teamwork.
• Strong collaboration across all perioperative teams.
• Highly engaged, accessible leadership focused on staff support.
• Self-scheduling for shifts and call rotations to promote autonomy and balance.
  
  

A Record of Excellence

Our OR team supported care for over 6,300 trauma patients in a single year, making us one of Maryland’s busiest Level II trauma centers. Through robust peer review, performance improvement initiatives, and a commitment to best practices, we consistently deliver safe, efficient, high-quality surgical care.

Community Outreach & Impact

Our nurses lead and participate in a variety of hospital-supported community outreach and philanthropic initiatives. From health education events to charitable service campaigns, our team is committed to making a meaningful impact beyond the hospital walls.

Work-Life Balance & Staff Member Wellness

We recognize that supporting our staff is essential to sustaining excellent patient care. We promote balance and well-being through:

• Self-scheduling to maintain flexibility.
• Encouragement of PTO.
• Wellness and mental health support through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Morale and recognition initiatives that strengthen team culture.
  
  

Position Summary

University of Maryland Capital Region Health is seeking a Full Time Day Shift Anesthesia Technician to join our growing Operating Room team within a fast-paced, high-performing surgical environment focused on exceptional patient care and operational excellence.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced anesthesia providers, surgeons, nurses, and surgical teams supporting a diverse and high-acuity case mix. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail oriented, clinically strong, and thrives in a collaborative perioperative environment where patient safety, efficiency, and teamwork drive outstanding surgical outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

The following statements describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties.

• Maintains and organizes the anesthesia environment, equipment, supplies, and personnel to support efficient perioperative operations.
• Sets up anesthesia equipment and demonstrates strong understanding of specialized anesthesia devices including invasive pressure monitoring, IV setup, and airway management equipment.
• Obtains, organizes, and stocks anesthesia supplies and equipment as requested by the anesthesia care team while maintaining appropriate par levels across all anesthetizing locations including operating rooms, travel carts, emergency airway carts, and regional carts.
• Demonstrates advanced technical knowledge and troubleshooting ability related to anesthesia delivery systems, anesthesia machines, and patient monitoring equipment.
• Cleans and disinfects anesthesia machines, monitors, and equipment in accordance with infection prevention and infection control standards. Ensures contaminated items are handled and disposed of appropriately following organizational policy and regulatory guidelines.
• Maintains equipment inventory related to repairs, preventative maintenance, loaner equipment, and demonstration equipment.
• Maintains working knowledge of hazardous material handling procedures and the location of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) to support a safe perioperative environment.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Full-Time Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM, with rotating weekends and holidays required

Licensure & Experience

• Certified Anesthesia Technician (ASATT) certification strongly preferred at time of hire; or required within established timeframe following employment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• 1 year of Operating Room or Anesthesiology experience required.
• 2 - 3 years of Anesthesia Technician experience preferred.
• Knowledge of anesthesia equipment, invasive monitoring setup, airway devices, anesthesia delivery systems, and patient monitoring equipment required.
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.
  
  

Full-time day shift availability, including rotating weekends and holidays.

Shift: 7:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $21.27 - $34.62/hr.
• Shift, Weekend, & Holiday Differentials.
• Benefits Package applicable to Full-Time, Part-Time, & PRN Staff Members.
  
  

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