Anesthesia Tech - Perioperative Services

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Closing Date:

11/19/2026

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Medical Ancillary Support

Job Type:

RegularShift Vary (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

ICE | PeriopSvc Anesthesia

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

Schedule: Full-Time, Shift Varies

The Anesthesia Technician assists anesthesia staff before, during, and after procedures requiring anesthesia and answers directly to the SPS/Anesthesia Tech Supervisor. Anesthesia Technicians will work in the UAMS Main and One Day Surgery (ODS) Operating Rooms. The Main OR is a 20-room suite, operational 24/7, and located on the 2nd floor of the Central Hospital. There are 10 endoscopic rooms, 2 laminar flow rooms, 2 DaVinci Robotic rooms and a dedicated endovascular room. It is a fast-paced environment performing state of the art procedures with state-of-the-art equipment. Specialties include: Gynecology, Urology, Orthopedic (total and trauma), Vascular, Cardiovascular (open heart), E.N.T., Plastic/Reconstructive, and General (Kidney and Liver transplant) and Neurosurgery. ODS is an 8-room suite, M-F 0630-1900 and located on the 4th floor of the Outpatient Center. It services primarily outpatient procedures in all services listed above excluding Heart, Vascular and Transplants.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School/GEDPlus 1 year of patient care experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous Anesthesia Tech experience
• 2 years of patient care experience

Qualifications Equivalencies:

Additional Information:

Employees in this role must be fit to wear and capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment, including N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR), or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).

Responsibilities:

• Assembly of setups and preparing machines and equipment for use
• Performing basic tests of machines and troubleshooting problems with machines
• Cleaning, replacing tubing, stocking carts, and general turnover of rooms between and after cases
• Performing blood tests
• Taking care of residents and staff needs as a member of the operating room team
• Follows directions and instructions from the Anesthesia staff and the OR coordinator
• Models the Core Values of UAMS, Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Teamwork, Creativity, and Excellence, in compliance with company guidelines.
• Performs related responsibilities as required or assigned.

Salary Information:

commensurate with experience and education

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeProof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Stooping

Occasional Physical Activity:

Grasping, Kneeling, Repetitive Motion, Sharps

Benefits Eligible:

Yes