Anesthesia Technician - Anesthesia Department

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Anesthesia Technician - Anesthesia Department - Truman Medical Center (FT 7:00am - 3:30pm)101 Truman Medical Center

Job Location

University Health Truman Medical CenterKansas City, MissouriAnesthesia UHTMCFull time7:00AM - 3:30PM40

Supporting Safe Procedures. Empowering Exceptional Patient Care.

Position Summary

Join our team as an Anesthesia Technician and play a vital role in delivering safe, efficient, high-quality patient care. You’ll partner with anesthesia providers and clinical teams to ensure equipment, instruments, and procedure areas are ready when needed.

In this fast-paced, ever-changing environment, you’ll provide technical and clinical support across anesthesia services, the GI Clinic, recovery area, and obstetric unit. From equipment calibration and troubleshooting to endoscope reprocessing, infection prevention, documentation, and administrative support, your adaptability and attention to detail will make a meaningful difference every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain anesthesia equipment, instruments, supplies, and procedure areas.
• Perform daily equipment calibrations, troubleshoot issues, and educate staff on equipment use.
• Clean, process, and document the high-level disinfection of flexible endoscopes according to established protocols.
• Provide support across designated clinical areas while responding to changing patient care and departmental needs.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with billing, reporting, and other departmental duties.
• Promote patient safety, infection prevention, and teamwork in every aspect of the role.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic computer, typing, and keyboarding skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and work independently and collaboratively.

Make an Impact

Bring your initiative, flexibility, and commitment to patient safety to a team where your work truly matters. As an Anesthesia Technician, you’ll help create a safe, prepared, and supportive environment for both patients and providers—making a difference behind the scenes at every step of care.