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If you’re looking for a great career that doesn’t require a bachelor’s degree, don’t overlook the anesthesia technician field. Anesthesia techs maintain the equipment and supplies used by anesthesiologists and certified registered nurse anesthetists to control patients’ pain and consciousness levels during surgeries and other medical procedures. This guide provides an in-depth overview of anesthesia technician salary data and information on the employment outlook for this rewarding healthcare job.
Required Licenses and Credentials
Each state has its own rules regarding the licensure of anesthesia technicians. You may need to pass a criminal background check, complete annual continuing education requirements or undergo on-the-job training before working in this field. Check with your state licensing organization to determine what you must do to begin your career.
In the past, The American Society of Anesthesia Technologists & Technicians (ASATT) allowed anesthesia technicians to earn national certification in their field. However, this certification no longer exists, so you lose this opportunity to promote your knowledge and skills.
Although professional certification isn’t currently required to start working as an anesthesia technician, you can earn certifications to advance your career. Once you complete the required education and training, you can sit for the Certified Anesthesia Technologist (Cer.A.T.T.) exam. Earning this credential should give your career and salary a boost.
Average Travel Anesthesia Technician Salary
$1,542/week
The average salary for a Travel Anesthesia Technician is $1,542 per week. This is 63% lower than the practicing US average of $2,518.
Last updated on September 27, 2026. Based on 55 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Salaries for Travel Anesthesia Technician compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages
$1,542/week
63% lower than the practicing US average.
$2,518/week
United States
Where do Travel Anesthesia Technicians get paid the most?
California pays Travel Anesthesia Technicians the most, averaging $1,751 per week, followed by Florida ($1,589) and New York ($1,501). New York has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,300. For comparison, the national average for Travel Anesthesia Technicians is $1,542 per week — California pays 14% more.
| State | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| California | $1,751 | $1,964 |
| Florida | $1,589 | $1,700 |
| New York | $1,501 | $2,300 |
What cities pay the most for Travel Anesthesia Technicians?
Largo, Florida pays Travel Anesthesia Technicians the most, averaging $1,589 per week, followed by Rochester, New York ($1,231). Largo, Florida also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $1,700. For comparison, the national average for Travel Anesthesia Technicians is $1,542 per week — Largo, Florida pays 3% more.
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Largo, Florida | $1,589 | $1,700 |
| Rochester, New York | $1,231 | $1,600 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Anesthesia Technician jobs?
Fastaff Travel Nursing pays Travel Anesthesia Technicians the most, averaging $2,347 per week, followed by Prime Staffing ($2,280) and Talent4Health ($2,166). For comparison, the national average for Travel Anesthesia Technicians is $1,542 per week — Fastaff Travel Nursing pays 52% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Fastaff Travel Nursing | $2,347 | $2,347 |
| Prime Staffing | $2,280 | $2,280 |
| Talent4Health | $2,166 | $2,176 |
| Nightingale Nurses - Allied | $1,969 | $1,969 |
| Voca Healthcare | $1,914 | $1,914 |
| Medlivo | $1,882 | $1,964 |
| LanceSoft | $1,867 | $2,300 |
| Health Carousel - Travel Allied | $1,774 | $1,774 |
| NuWest Travel Nursing | $1,772 | $1,772 |
| Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.-Allied | $1,743 | $1,800 |
Last updated on September 27, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Travel Anesthesia Technician Career Guide
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Go to the guideTop Travel Anesthesia Technician Jobs
Anesthesia Tech
- Largo, Florida
- Largo Medical Center
- Coast Medical Service and 2 others
UP TO $1,680/wk
Certified Anesthesia Technician
- Bellevue, Washington
- Overlake Hospital Medical Center
- Triage Staffing
UP TO $1,669/wk
Estimated pay packageTravel Anesthesia Technician
- Valley Stream, NY
- LanceSoft
- 5x8 hrs, Days
$2,300/week
Estimated pay packageAnesthesia Technician
- Valley Stream, NY
- Coast Medical Service
- 5x8 hrs, Days
$2,197/week
Estimated pay packageTravel Anesthesia Technician
- Valley Stream, NY
- Triage Staffing
- 5x8 hrs, Flexible
$1,977/week
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Become a Travel Anesthesia Technician
It’s clear that travel anesthesia technicians typically earn a lot more than techs in permanent roles. If you don’t mind working at different facilities around the country, consider taking travel assignments. Even if you accept a job in one of the lower-paying markets, you’ll still make more as a travel tech than a staff tech. For example, if you complete a travel contract paying $975 per week in New York, you’ll earn $12,675 in 13 weeks. That’s nearly $3,050 more than you’d make in 13 weeks at a staff job paying an average of $18.51 per hour, assuming you worked 40 hours weekly.
Travel Jobs
Employers in California also offer some of the highest weekly wages for travel anesthesia technician jobs. According to Vivian Health’s salary data on March 11, 2023, anesthesia techs in the Golden State earned an average of $1,600 per week. Salaries in New York were on the lower end, averaging approximately $975 weekly. Depending on the terms of your contract, you may earn more than the average when you account for bonuses, housing stipends and other forms of compensation.
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