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Anesthesia Technical Assistant Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Anästhesietechnische/r Assistent/in

The training as an Anesthesia Technical Assistant is a nationally regulated 3-year full-time program offered at vocational schools and hospitals. It provides comprehensive knowledge and skills in anesthesia assistance and leads to a state-recognized qualification. No prior vocational training or professional experience is required for this program.

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What you do

  • Preparation of anesthesia workstations and medical equipment
  • Assisting with the induction, execution, and termination of anesthesia
  • Monitoring patients before, during, and after anesthesia
  • Documentation of relevant patient data and procedures
  • Ensuring hygiene and sterility in the operating room
  • Patient care and positioning
  • Preparation of medications and infusions

Requirements

  • At least a secondary school leaving certificate (Mittlerer Schulabschluss / Realschulabschluss)
  • Very good German language skills (minimum B2 level)
  • Sense of responsibility, empathy, and precision
  • Physical and mental resilience
  • Medical fitness
  • Interest in medical and technical contexts

Career prospects

  1. 1Employment in hospitals, specialized clinics, or outpatient surgical centers
  2. 2Specialization in areas like intensive care medicine or pain therapy
  3. 3Further training to become a specialist in health and social services (Fachwirt im Gesundheits- und Sozialwesen)
  4. 4Advancement to leadership positions (e.g., team leader)
  5. 5Option for higher education (e.g., medical education, nursing management)

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Anesthesia Technical Assistant Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 1,100 to 1,300 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

How long is the Anesthesia Technical Assistant Ausbildung?

The Ausbildung takes 3 years.

What German level do I need for a Anesthesia Technical Assistant Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Anesthesia Technical Assistant Ausbildung?

At least a secondary school leaving certificate (Mittlerer Schulabschluss / Realschulabschluss); Very good German language skills (minimum B2 level); Sense of responsibility, empathy, and precision; Physical and mental resilience.

Where can I find open Anesthesia Technical Assistant Ausbildung positions?

Right now there are 54 open positions at 50 companies, for example at Marienhospital Aachen GmbH, AMEOS Klinikum Schönebeck GmbH, and Ev. Diakonissenanstalt Speyer-Mannheim- Bad Dürkheim.

How to apply as a Anesthesia Technical Assistant

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.