Anesthesia Associate

Pittsburgh Tomorrow; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Presbyterian is seeking a full-time Anesthesia Associate to support our team of anesthesia providers and contribute to patient safety during critical moments. You will rotate across OR, MRI, GI Lab, Cath Lab, EP Lab, and IR suites, assisting in Trauma and Transplant procedures and preparing rooms and equipment for anesthesia.

A High School Diploma or GED is required, with 6 months to 1 year of healthcare experience preferred; Act 34 clearance is expected.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• 6 months–1 year health care experience preferred.
• If no prior hospital training, must demonstrate knowledge/skills to progress to Anesthesia Technician within 6–12 months of hire.
• Act 34 clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Work varied shifts including weekday and weekend evenings and nights to support patient care 24/7.
• Assist in Trauma and Transplant procedures and related tasks (rapid blood infusion, difficult airway assistance, cell salvage, jet ventilation).
• Prepare rooms, equipment and supplies for anesthesia procedures to ensure smooth patient flow.
• Troubleshoot critical equipment (anesthesia gas machines, patient monitors).
• Maintain stock levels and organize surgical suites for quick turnaround between cases.
• Clean, decontaminate and sterilize anesthesia equipment and supplies.
• Support anesthesia providers across OR, MRI, GI Lab, Cath Lab, EP Lab, and IR suites.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GE B850 monitor

Edwards CCO monitor

Anesthesia gas machines

TEE/Ultrasound systems

Job description

Are you ready to be part of a highly skilled, tight-knit team that plays a vital role in saving lives every day? UPMC Presbyterian is hiring a full-time Anesthesia Associate to support our world-class anesthesia providers and deliver exceptional care to patients during critical moments.

What You’ll Do:

• Work varied shifts — weekday and weekend evenings and nights — supporting patient care 24/7.
• Assist in Trauma and Transplant procedures, including:
  • Rapid blood infusion
  • Difficult airway assistance
  • Cell salvage and jet ventilation
  • Swan Ganz catheter and liver transplant bypass cannula assistance
  • Support anesthesia providers across all procedure areas: OR, MRI, GI Lab, Cath Lab, EP Lab, and IR suites.
  • Prepare rooms, equipment, and supplies for anesthesia procedures to ensure smooth and safe patient flow.
  • Troubleshoot critical equipment such as Anesthesia gas machines, GE B850 patient monitoring, Edwards CCO monitoring, and TEE/Ultrasound systems.
  • Maintain stock levels and organize surgical suites for quick turnaround between cases.
  • Clean, decontaminate, and sterilize anesthesia equipment and supplies.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of an elite 22-member anesthesia tech team that’s essential to patient safety.
• Gain hands-on experience with advanced medical technology.
• Play a direct role in lifesaving procedures every single day.
• Work in one of Pittsburgh’s most advanced surgical environments.

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the career ladder, based on their individual experience and education.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 6 months - 1 year of health care experience preferred.
• If no previous hospital or pre-hospital training, Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to progress to an Anesthesia Technician position within 6months to 1 year of hire.
  Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
  
• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran