Join a team that shares your calling
At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.
FTE: 0.75, Shift: nights, Schedule:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 0830-1700 Tuesday 0545-1415
Position Summary
Performs technical work assisting an Anesthesia Provider with equipment, supplies, drugs, and special procedures utilized in the course of the anesthesia care of patients. The Anesthesia Technician/Technologist also completes supportive patient care tasks.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Consults Operating Room schedule to determine supply and equipment needs for procedures.
2. Prepares anesthetizing locations for scheduled procedures to include setting up and calibrating monitoring devices.
3. Performs basic troubleshooting on equipment such as monitors, pulse oximeter, and capnographs; repairs equipment or requests mechanical assistance. Reports equipment malfunctions immediately.
4. Assists Anesthesia Providers using aseptic or sterile technique with non-invasive and invasive patient procedures.
5. Cleans, disinfects and sterilizes reusable equipment and continuously maintains safety and proper working conditions.
6. Stocks and maintains specialized carts per established specifications. Maintains inventory of all anesthesia supplies and ensures proper care and storage of equipment.
7. Obtains supplies and equipment as requested by Anesthesia Providers.
8. Assists with Point of Care tests.
9. Supports routine and emergency procedures.
10. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent required. Two years of college coursework in Biology, Physiology, Anatomy or related scientific fields preferred.
Experience: Two-years of experience assisting in patient care with a focus in the area of
Preoperative services preferred.
Licenses/Certificates/Registration: Anesthesia Technician/Technologist Certification preferred. Washington State (DOH) Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Nurse Assistant licensure preferred. American Heart Association BLS required.
About Yakima Memorial Hospital
MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital has served the Yakima Valley since 1950. This 226-bed, not-for-profit hospital features a multispecialty team across 20+ primary and specialty care locations, providing cardiac care, cancer care, pediatric trauma care, hospice and advanced care for children with special health needs. Clinicians here care for a diverse patient population and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, supportive environment where teams are valued and patients are grateful.
About the Yakima Community
Yakima enjoys 300 days of sunshine a year and a valley setting surrounded by desert hills and mountains. The area offers endless outdoor activities, from hiking, mountain biking and fishing to skiing, rafting and camping. Residents also enjoy rivers, lakes and scenic trails just minutes from home, along with a lower cost of living and a welcoming community — perfect for those who love an active outdoor lifestyle.
Why MultiCare?
Rooted in the local community
Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.
Growth and education
Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.
Well-being and support
Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.
Living our values
Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.
Belonging for all
Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.
Pacific Northwest lifestyle
Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $22.34 - $32.14 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.Associated benefit information can be viewed here.