OSF HealthCare·Peoria, 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 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.
Licensure/Certifications: American Heart Association CPR/basic life support (BLS) Experience: 6 months 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.
Candidates must have a High School diploma or GED and at least 6 months of work experience. Preferred qualifications include BLS certification and experience in an operating room or procedural area.
Market context
In Illinois, anesthesia support specialist openings are typically driven by hospital and surgical volume, so candidates with hands-on clinical support experience are often reviewed closely. This role is competitive because employers usually look for a high school diploma or GED, prior work experience, and preferred CPR/BLS plus operating room or procedural-area exposure. Before applying, compare the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform with the original posting so you can confirm the exact experience and certification expectations.