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Position Title:  Anesthesia Technician                                              Position Code:  AnesTech-6102

Department:  Surgery                                                                        Oracle Title:  Click here to enter text.

Reports to:  Director/Manager                                                           Safety Sensitive:    Yes        No

                                                Exempt Status:      Yes        No 

Position Purpose:

All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI's vision to be among the kindest, highest quality health systems in the country.

Key Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of the anesthesiologist, or designee, properly prepare for and support all designated procedures. 
• Works in all areas of surgery to support all aspects of anesthesia care, including pre and post-surgical procedures
• Address difficult or conflict situations constructively and seeks appropriate assistance.
• Ensures compliance with all regulatory, organizational, and departmental policies and procedures, under the supervision of the anesthesiologist.
• Actively participates in ongoing quality and process improvement.
• Maintains and protects patient confidentiality.
• Performs routine maintenance of anesthesia equipment. 
• Coordinates patient care and monitoring equipment availability with PACU and Critical Care units.
• Manages work assignments to ensure completion of patient care activities i.e.; keep assigned rooms stocked, clean and ready for our next patient; Works with perioperative team to facilitate a prompt room turnover.
• Considers budget while maintaining sufficient stock, and reviews for outdates, supplies and non-scheduled drugs in the anesthesia workroom, machines, carts and auxiliary anesthetizing locations.

Qualifications

Education: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a Paramedic Program (may be evidenced by current national or Arizona Paramedic certification. 

Experience:  Minimum 3 years of comparable patient care experience and/or emergency services

Certification: BLS, ACLS, and PALS though the American Heart Association or American Red Cross 

License:  N/A

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Keyboarding skills: must be able to use designated computer software applications
• Able to demonstrate knowledge and skill in the anesthesia equipment, including proper quality assurance, storage and troubleshooting
• Utilizes effective communication strategies, which result in intended outcomes while meeting KHI vision and mission

Preferences

Education:

• Associate or other advanced degree in a healthcare related field
• Completion of an ASATT certification eligible Anesthesia Tech program

Experience:  Minimum or 1 year experience in a Cardiac OR and/or Level 1 Trauma Center.

Certification: 

• ASATT certification as an Anesthesia Technologist 
• National or Arizona state certification as a Paramedic

License:  N/A

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: N/A

Special Position Requirements

Work Requirements 

• Able to demonstrate manual dexterity and mechanical ability.
• Must be able to stand or walk continuously, for the duration of the entire shift.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and be able to assist with patient transfers using designated resources.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: 

This job description applies to all KHI facilities and is representative of the essential job duties this position will perform. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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Date Staff Position Description Created / Revised:  12/2/2025