Job Title: Anesthesia Technician
Location: New York, NY 10025
Duration: 3+ Month Contract (Extendable)
Shift: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Some weekends required
Pay Rate: $32/hour (Travel) | $28/hour (Local)
Overview: A healthcare facility in New York City is seeking an Anesthesia Technician for a contract position. The technician will support the anesthesia team by maintaining supplies, stocking medications, organizing equipment, and ensuring adherence to clinical protocols. This position requires experience in a medical setting and familiarity with medical terminology.
Responsibilities:
Maintain appropriate levels of drugs and supplies in anesthesia machines, carts, supply cabinets, holding areas, and cardiac medication supply carts, per departmental protocol.
Order and restock medications and supplies as directed.
Accept deliveries of pharmaceutical, warehouse, and vendor supplies. Check deliveries against orders, report discrepancies, and store items appropriately.
Stock, clean, and organize equipment and supplies in workrooms and department storage areas.
Maintain temperature logs for anesthesia workroom refrigerators.
Routinely check for expired medications/supplies in carts and work areas. Remove expired items, return to Pharmacy, and replace as needed.
Skills & Requirements:
Prior experience in a healthcare or clinical environment.
Familiarity with medical terminology.
Ability to work weekends as needed.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to lift, restock, and maintain supply inventory.
Preferred Certification:
Anesthesia Technician Certification (a plus, but not required)
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent required