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Job Summary:
Launch your healthcare career in one of the most exciting environments in medicine. Join our fast-paced Operating Room team as an Anesthesia Technician and Perioperative Patient Care Associate , working side-by-side with anesthesiologists, CRNAs, surgeons, nurses, and trauma teams in a nationally recognized Level 1 Trauma Center.
This is a unique opportunity to gain direct, hands-on experience in the Operating Room while supporting life-saving surgical and emergency procedures. If you are interested in healthcare, emergency medicine, anesthesia, or critical care and want meaningful clinical experience, this role provides unmatched exposure to a wide variety of complex patient situations.
What You'll Do
As an essential member of the anesthesia team, you will help prepare and maintain a safe, efficient, and ready Operating Room environment while directly assisting anesthesia providers during procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Work side-by-side with anesthesiologists and CRNAs during surgical and emergency procedures
Assist anesthesia providers with airway management and intubations by preparing and handing off equipment
Anticipate provider needs and ensure specialized equipment is immediately available for difficult airways and emergency situations
Perform safety checks and set-up of anesthesia machines prior to every surgical case to ensure equipment is functioning properly and ready for patient care
Restock and organize anesthesia supplies and equipment between and during surgical cases to maintain efficient workflow
Gain experience with sterile procedures including scrubbing, gowning, and gloving techniques in the Operating Room environment
Prepare, set up, and maintain patient monitoring equipment, breathing equipment, and other devices used to safely monitor patients during surgery
Support on-call, weekend, and emergency coverage as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Bring your clinical interest, technical aptitude, and commitment to patient care - we'll help you grow.
Associate's degree or higher in a health-related field (other degrees with relevant coursework considered) or equivalent combination of education and experience
Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification
Demonstrated experience as part of a care team
Preferred Qualifications:
Medical Assistant or LPN experience
EMT or Advanced EMT credentials will be considered
Work Days:
Rotating Shifts, On-Call as needed, to include nights and weekends
Message to Applicants:
New York State Employee Benefits & Compensation
Competitive starting salary of $52,000 with structured NYS pay scales
Comprehensive NYS health, dental, and vision benefits
NYS pension and optional retirement savings plans
Generous paid time off, holidays, and educational support
Ready to Start Your Career in the Operating Room?
If you are motivated, eager to learn, and interested in gaining hands-on clinical experience in a high-acuity surgical environment, we encourage you to apply today and become part of our dynamic anesthesia and surgical services team.
Recruitment Office: Human Resources
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.
Worksite address
syracuse, NY, 13235, US
Who can apply
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