Anesthesia Technician

City: Rochester
State: MN
Remote: No
Department: Nursing

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre‑Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient‑care, safety, and technical duties to support anesthesia and nursing teams in surgical and procedural areas.
• Respond to patient‑specific needs including blood, medications, supplies and equipment during the surgical procedure.
• Perform patient identification procedures to ensure proper delivery of blood products and medications.
• Operate surgical equipment under the direction of a licensed provider.
• Ensure all ORs and pre/post rooms are stocked with appropriate supplies and equipment.
• Clean and prepare ORs, procedure, and pre‑post rooms for the next patient to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Clean equipment and implement infection control policies.
• Act as an active member of the anesthesia OR emergency response/code team, ensuring all emergency safety equipment is available and in working order.
• Assist in patient intake in specified pre‑post areas by obtaining height, weight, vitals, and attaching appropriate monitoring devices.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) with a minimum of one year of clinical/hospital experience preferred.

Additional Qualifications

• Proficient in speaking and reading English.
• Computer skills required; proficiency with Microsoft computer systems.
• Self‑directed with ability to make independent decisions.
• Experience in a surgical area preferred.
• Experience with direct patient care (CNA or PCA) preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• Teamwork and strong communication/interpersonal skills.
• Strong independent problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to concentrate, pay attention to detail, and maintain focus during extended shift.
• Ability to use both hands, lift over 20 lbs., walk long distances, kneel/bend occasionally, and stand for long periods.

License or Certifications

BLS Certified or ability to be obtained within six months of hire. Acceptable certificates: American Heart Association “BLS Provider” or American Red Cross “Basic Life Support” or “CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers.”

Compensation Detail

$20.46 - $28.25 / hour

Schedule Details

Full Time. Monday – Friday; varied day hours; 8‑hour shifts or 10‑hour shifts considered; no weekends; no holidays; overtime as needed.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Mayo Clinic participates in E‑Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm work authorization.