The American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians (ASATT) is an international society accountable for maintaining and raising allied health professional standards for anesthesia technology education, patient care and professional competence for anesthesia technologists and technicians. ASATT’s organizational mission is to positively affect healthcare and educational standards for the field of anesthesia technology, and as a result, raise the quality of patient care by providing a safe and positive anesthetic environment.

What do we do?

As a growing allied health profession, the Anesthesia Technology profession specifically focuses on fundamental and advanced clinical procedures, which assist the anesthesia provider in the safe and efficient care of patients receiving anesthesia. Working under the direction of the anesthesia provider, anesthesia technologists and technicians are vital members of the anesthesia care team. They are proficient in the acquisition, preparation, and application of various types of equipment required for the delivery of anesthesia care. Technologists and technicians are trained to anticipate the needs of the patient and the provider, according to the surgical requirements, procedure or circumstance.

Who benefits?

ASATT is recognized as the organization responsible for maintaining and raising standards for technologist education, patient care and high level competence for both technologists and technicians. To this end, the society has established and administers its nationally-recognized certification program and the ASATT National Certification Examination. Designed to advance a national standard of excellence in requisite knowledge in the field of anesthesia technology, qualified allied health personnel, anesthesiology providers, and most importantly, patients, all benefit from ASATT.

The Benefits of Membership

As an ASATT member, you enjoy a wide range of valuable benefits and discounts!

  • Access to The Sensor magazine, published quarterly online, containing exciting features, member and related program and organizational updates, and the ever-popular Sensor Quizzes to earn Continuing Education Credit (CEUs).
  • Deep discounts on ASATT services, including but not limited to educational events
  • and many more! 
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ACLS Certification Requirement For Certified Anesthesia Technologist 

Since 2015, holding ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification has been a requirement outlined in the Scope of Practice (SOP) for all Cer.A.T.T. holders. ALL Certified Anesthesia Technologists (Cer.A.T.T.) are REQUIRED to have their ACLS/ALS certification obtained through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross documented on their ASATT profile by December 31, 2024. If you do not already have a current ACLS Certificate on file, an updated copy must be submitted in PDF, JPEG, or PNG format with your recertification application. Click here to read more.

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