Hospital | Anesthesia Tech

Travel Anesthesia Technician Assignment in Portland, Oregon

Join a collaborative perioperative team as a Travel Anesthesia Technician at a 536-bed teaching hospital in Portland, Oregon. This on-site healthcare assignment offers the opportunity to support anesthesia providers across hospital units while gaining experience with advanced clinical resources, operating room services, and diverse patient populations.

Anesthesia Technician Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,190–$1,280
• Location: Portland, Oregon
• Healthcare Setting: Short-term acute care, 536-bed teaching hospital
• Assignment Start: November 9, 2026
• Assignment End: March 1, 2027
• Contract Duration: Approximately 16 weeks
• Schedule: Block scheduling; five 8-hour shifts per week, 40 hours weekly
• Available Shifts: Day shift, 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.; night shift, 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
• Call Requirement: Required, including at least one call shift per week; night and weekend call coverage may be scheduled
• Weekend Coverage: Weekend availability required, including 24-hour coverage as scheduled
• Electronic Documentation: Experience required; Epic experience is available in the department
• Orientation: 40 hours
• Patient Population: Neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and older adults
• Additional Details: May float between units or nearby affiliated facilities as needed

Anesthesia Technician Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of professional experience as an Anesthesia Technician or Anesthesia Tech
• Current BLS certification
• Experience supporting operating room and ambulatory operating room services
• Proficiency with anesthesia machines, machine checkout, troubleshooting, standard monitors, transport monitors, and transport equipment
• Knowledge of airway and anesthesia equipment, including endotracheal tubes, IV and arterial line catheters, intubating LMAs, light wands, and cricothyrotomy sets
• Ability to assist with patient positioning, patient transport, venous and arterial blood collection, and IV insertion
• Working knowledge of operating room safety, infection prevention, isolation precautions, PPE, laser safety, radiation safety, and sterilization or disinfection practices
• Preferred: Cell saver experience
• Ability to work scheduled nights, weekends, call shifts, and holiday coverage as assigned

Anesthesia Technician Responsibilities

• Prepare, check, and troubleshoot anesthesia machines, monitors, airway equipment, and related supplies
• Assist anesthesia providers during routine procedures, surgical cases, and critical situations
• Support airway management procedures and prepare equipment for intubation and emergency response
• Assist with patient positioning and safe transport throughout the hospital
• Perform venous and arterial blood collection and assist with IV access according to department protocols
• Maintain the readiness of anesthesia workspaces, operating rooms, and transport equipment
• Follow operating room safety, infection prevention, isolation, laser, radiation, and sterilization standards
• Document procedures and equipment checks accurately in the electronic health record
• Collaborate with anesthesia providers, nurses, surgical teams, respiratory services, pharmacy, IV teams, and rapid response personnel
• Float between units when assigned and provide dependable support during scheduled call, weekend, and night coverage

Why Work in Portland, Oregon?

Located in scenic West Portland, this Oregon healthcare assignment offers convenient access to parks, outdoor recreation, and the vibrant culture of the greater Portland community.

Apply now to take the next step in your Anesthesia Technician career with this hospital travel assignment in Portland, Oregon.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.