Anesthesia Tech 2 - La Jolla - 142051

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego is seeking an Anesthesia Technician to support the surgical patient and operating room team. You will assist with airway management, physiological monitoring, invasive line placement, and routine equipment checks, maintenance, cleaning and disinfection.

Responsibilities include precepting staff, operating rapid infusion and cell saver devices, and handling TEE and Balloon Pump equipment. This evening-shift opening requires flexibility and readiness to work at multiple locations as

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED accepted with relevant experience.
• BART or BLS certification at hire with 6 months to obtain.
• 1+ year anesthesia technician experience with ASATT competency.
• Knowledge of anesthesia equipment and aseptic technique.
• Independent judgment for rapid patient-care decisions.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting anesthesia equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist anesthesia team with airway management and monitoring.
• Place invasive lines and maintain sterile technique.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment.
• Precept, assist, and train new Anesthesia Monitoring staff.
• Operate rapid infusion and cell saver devices; manage TEE and Balloon Pump.
• Adapt to schedule (evening shift) and multiple locations as needed.

Skills

Airway management

Physiological monitoring

Invasive line placement

Equipment troubleshooting

Sterile technique

Independent judgment

Education

Anesthesia program completion

BART or BLS certification

Tools

Rapid infusion devices

Cell Saver devices

TEE

Balloon Pump

Job description

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 11-5-2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

Under supervision, provides support to the surgical patient and operating room team by performing standard activities related to and directly involving anesthesia care. Assists the anesthesia team with airway management, physiological monitoring, and the placement of invasive lines. In addition, performs routine maintenance and safety checks of equipment, troubleshooting, cleaning and disinfecting equipment. Exhibits professionalism in patient and staff interactions.

Precepts, assists, and trains new Anesthesia Monitoring staff. Operates rapid infusion devices and cell saver devices in operating room. Operates TEE and Balloon Pump. Performs all other duties as assigned.

The posted schedule for this opening is for one (1) Evening Shift. Schedule details will be discussed with the finalist during the interview stage of the recruitment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience as an anesthesia technician and demonstrated competency in all areas of expertise required to be an anesthesia technician by the ASATT.
• Minimum one (1) year experience and knowledge of anesthesia equipment and supplies .
• Knowledge of aseptic and sterile technique.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and principles of anesthesia technology.
• Independent judgment skills is required for rapid response to the quickly changing circumstances in the patient care environment.
• Proficient in the application, acquisition, preparation, and troubleshooting of various types of equipment required for the delivery of anesthesia care.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years' experience, Central line hand-off experience, Cell Saver experience, Cardiac experience.
• Completion of anesthesia program from an accredited institution.
• Certified Anesthesia Technician issued by ASATT (Cer. A.T.)
• Experience with Rapid Infusion Devices and Blood Salvaging Devices (Cell Saver) used in procedures.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, on-call and various locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $82,205 - $102,103 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $39.37 - $48.90

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).