Anesthesia Tech - Westwood Main OR

UCLA Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health seeks a skilled Anesthesia Tech/Patient Specialty Services Tech to join our operating room team. You will assist the anesthesiologist by preparing equipment and materials needed for anesthesia, and support in laser and video equipment setup as required.

Responsibilities include setting up invasive lines, coordinating with OR leadership, and ensuring compliance with department protocols and safety guidelines. This role requires strong technical aptitude and physical stamina.

Qualifications

• ASATT certification (Cer.A.T.T.) or Cer.A.T. preferred.
• Experience with RapidTransfuser and invasive IV lines required.
• Ability to prioritize, organize workloads, and coordinate with multi-level staff.
• Fluent English with medical/surgical terminology.
• Ability to meet physical demands including lifting 50 lbs and long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist anesthesiologist by preparing anesthesia equipment per protocol.
• Set up invasive lines for patient monitoring and support laser/video equipment setup.

Skills

ASATT Certification (Cer.A.T.T./Cer.A.

RapidTransfuser use

English medical terminology

Anesthesia machines experience

Tools

Anesthesia machines

Job description

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Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 1930-0400 including rotating weekends and holidays as assigned

Posted Date

09/28/2026

Salary Range: $38.89 - 51.32 Hourly

Employment Type

Duration

Indefinite

Job #

33258

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

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Are you interested in joining a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Under the general direction of the Manager of Support Services and Supervisors of Support Services the Anesthesia Tech/Patient Specialty Services Tech primary function is to assist the anesthesiologist in preparation of equipment needed to administer anesthesia; setting up invasive lines for patient monitoring, performing cell saving procedures, setting up laser and video equipment and assisting in laser procedures, setting up other O.R. equipment and performing clerical and coordinating duties as assigned by OR Leadership. Job duties will be performed following department protocols and manufacturer’s recommendations in operating equipment; adherence to established procedures based on anesthesiologist’s preference in setting up invasive lines.

Job Qualifications

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• We strongly prefer candidates with either certifications recognized by ASATT: Certified Anesthesia Technologist (Cer.A.T.T.) or Certified Anesthesia Technician (Cer.A.T.).
• Experience with RapidTransfuserandinvasive intravenous patient lines required.
• Skills in setting priorities, organizing workload effectively and integrating multiple assignments with multilevel personnel.
• Skill in speaking English language with medical/surgical terminology.
• Ability to comply with department standards inclusive of attendance, dress code and varied work schedule.
• Knowledge of Infection control and health surveillance, OSHA, Universal Precautions, Waste Management, handling of hazardous substances and medical Device Act.
• Ability to meet physical requirements of the job relating to lifting, carrying, pulling, or pushing 50lbs. or more.
• Extensive walking, standing and manual dexterity in operating equipment.
• Should have strong electronics background recommended as well as experience with anesthesia machines.
• BLS from American Red Cross or American Heart Association required.

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. Current/former UC employees are subject to a personnel file review.