THOMAS PAULINO
Pflugerville
Summary
20+ years of progressive experience supporting anesthesiologists in high-acuity, fast-paced surgical environments. Skilled in anesthesia machine setup, airway assistance, vascular access support, and intraoperative OR coordination. Known for calm performance under pressure, strong technical execution, and consistent reliability in critical surgical settings.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Anesthesia Technician
Ascension Seton
Cedar Park, TX
10.2025 - 02.2026
- Operated and maintained anesthesia equipment to ensure optimal functionality during surgical procedures.
- Assisted anesthesiologists in preparing and monitoring patients for anesthesia administration.
- Implemented safety protocols for equipment handling and infection control measures in the operating room.
- Trained junior staff on anesthesia techniques, equipment usage, and best practices for patient care.
Anesthesia Technician
Baptist Medical Center
San Antonio, TX
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Lead anesthesia support in high-volume OR environment across multiple specialties
- Perform anesthesia machine checks, safety verification, and OR readiness preparation
- Assist with airway management and intraoperative anesthesia procedures
- Support placement of central lines, arterial lines, epidurals, and Swan-Ganz catheters
- Maintain anesthesia carts and ensure rapid OR turnover and compliance
Anesthesia Technician
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital
San Antonio, TX
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Supported anesthesia team across diverse surgical procedures in high-throughput OR
- Assisted with airway device management and patient transfer to PACU
- Maintained sterile supplies, anesthesia carts, and OR readiness standards
- Ensured infection control compliance and efficient OR turnover
Attendant / Anesthesia Technician
Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital
Temple, TX
01.2006 - 01.2012
- Supported surgical teams with patient transport, positioning, and OR setup
- Assisted anesthesia providers with equipment preparation and sterile readiness
- Maintained OR cleanliness and efficient turnover procedures
- Cross-trained into anesthesia support functions in fast-paced surgical setting
Education
Liberal Arts
Essex County College
Diploma - undefined
Belleville High School
Skills
- Anesthesia Equipment Setup & Troubleshooting
- Airway Support
- IV / Arterial / Central Line Assistance
- Epidural & Spinal Support
- OR Turnover & Sterile Technique
- Patient Transport & Positioning
- Emergency OR Response
- Bilingual English & Spanish
- Intubation assistance
- Anesthetic equipment maintenance
- Patient positioning
- Induction assistance
- Extubation assistance
- Patient transportation
- Anesthetic machine operation
- Airway management
- Ultrasound-guided procedures
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Anesthesia Technician
Ascension Seton
10.2025 - 02.2026
Anesthesia Technician
Baptist Medical Center
07.2022 - 07.2023
Anesthesia Technician
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2022
Attendant / Anesthesia Technician
Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital
01.2006 - 01.2012
Diploma - undefined
Belleville High School
Liberal Arts
Essex County College