OSF HealthCare·Rockford, Illinois
The Anesthesia Support Specialist maintains and monitors anesthesia equipment and manages supplies for the department. They are responsible for cleaning and preparing surgery and procedural rooms according to established AORN standards.
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Expected pay for this position is $17.66 - $19.63/hour.
Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity.
This is an Hourly position.
The Anesthesia Support Specialist assists the anesthetist by performing various tasks, including the maintenance and monitoring of anesthesia equipment and machines, supply management, department cleaning, and preparation of the surgery room with equipment and supplies according to established procedures. Follows and understand the standards and recommended practices according to the Association of Operating Room Nurses (AORN). The Anesthesia Support Specialist assists in cleaning and preparing the surgery room and procedural room in addition to managing the care of the anesthesia equipment.
Education: High School Diploma/ GED.
6 months work experience.
Licensure/Certifications: American Heart Association CPR/basic life support (BLS) Experience: 6 mos. operating room/surgery/procedural area Knowledge of medical terminology or coding rules Other requirements/information: Computer and phone experience OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
A High School Diploma or GED and at least 6 months of work experience are required. Preferred qualifications include BLS certification and experience in an operating room or procedural area.
Market context
In Illinois, anesthesia support specialist roles often draw steady interest because hospitals and surgical centers need dependable perioperative support. These jobs are competitive when candidates bring a high school diploma or GED, some hands-on work experience, and preferred BLS certification or operating room/procedural area exposure. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your experience with patient-facing or procedural workflows before applying.