Anesthesia Technician

University of California San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Anesthesia Technician to support Anesthesiologists in maintaining anesthesia service areas. This role involves ensuring all equipment is ready for use, adhering to health and safety protocols, and assisting in various anesthesia techniques. The position offers a dynamic work environment where you will play a crucial role in patient care and safety. Join a team dedicated to excellence in healthcare and make a significant impact in the operating room and beyond. If you are passionate about patient care and have the skills to thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Must work independently and prioritize tasks with some guidance.
• Knowledge of infection control and health safety policies is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain anesthesia service areas for use by Anesthesiologists.
• Assist with patient positioning and preparation of sterile fields.

Skills

Anesthesia equipment maintenance

Infection control procedures

Patient positioning

Monitoring line placement

Epidural and spinal anesthesia techniques

Job description

Under general supervision, the Anesthesia Technician's 2 primary responsibility is to maintain all anesthesia service areas in readiness for use by Anesthesiologists and Anesthetists. The service areas include all operating rooms and satellite areas in which anesthesia services are provided (e.g. MRI, ICU, OB etc.). The Anesthesia Technician 2 is responsible for anesthesia equipment and supplies as described in this job description and is accountable to the Anesthesia OR Support Supervisor. The Anesthesia Technician 2 must be able to work independently and be able to make decisions and set priorities with some guidance.

The Anesthesia Technician 2 is responsible for knowledge of and compliance with all applicable infection control, health and safety policies and procedures as implemented by the department and/or work unit. Additionally, adherence to departmental policies and procedures, including telephone and house standards is required. The Anesthesia Technician 2 may assist Anesthesiologists with patient positioning and transport, preparation of sterile fields, placement of invasive monitoring lines, application of regional, epidural and spinal anesthesia techniques and invasive and noninvasive procedure setups. This position is located at ZSFG.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $39.40 - $49.07 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html