Anesthesia Technician - Per Diem - Hillcrest - 134582

UC San Diego; Oakland, California, Winchester (CA, MO, VA); On-site; USD 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking academic health system as an Anesthesia Technician, where you will play a vital role in providing exceptional care to surgical patients. In this dynamic position, you will support the operating room team by managing anesthesia equipment and ensuring patient safety. Your expertise in airway management and equipment troubleshooting will be crucial as you assist in complex procedures. This role offers the opportunity to work in a diverse environment, contributing to groundbreaking research and community service while enhancing your skills in a supportive atmosphere. If you're passionate about making a difference in patient care, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as an Anesthesia Technician.
• Proficient in preparing and troubleshooting anesthesia equipment.
• Knowledge of anatomy and pharmacology related to anesthesia.

Responsibilities

• Support surgical patients and operating room team.
• Perform routine maintenance and safety checks of anesthesia equipment.
• Assist with airway management and monitoring during procedures.

Skills

Airway Management

Physiologic Monitoring

Equipment Troubleshooting

Anesthesia Technology Knowledge

Judgment Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BART or BLS Certification

Completion of Anesthesia Program

Tools

Rapid Infusion Devices

Cell Saver Devices

TEE and Balloon Pump

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Anesthesia Technician - Per Diem - Hillcrest - 134582

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Job Description

Extended Deadline: Wed 4/30/2025

UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

DESCRIPTION

Under supervision, provides support to the surgical patient and operating room team by performing standard and complex activities related to and directly involving anesthesia care. Assists with airway management, physiologic 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.

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 w/in 6 months of hire date.
• Two (2) years of experience as an Anesthesia Technician.
• Experience working with trauma patient, cardiac devices and with Rapid Infusion Devices and Blood Salvaging Devices (Cell Saver) used in procedures.
• Skills working with trauma, transplant, and cardiac procedures.
• Proficient in the application, acquisition, preparation, and troubleshooting of various types of equipment required for the delivery of anesthesia care.
• 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Anesthesia Technologist issued by ASATT (Cer. A.T.T.).
• Experience with Echocardiography (TEE) and Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump used in procedures.
• Completion of a anesthesia program from an accredited institution.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

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

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $86,464 - $86,464 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $41.41 - $41.41

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).

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

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Payroll Title:

ANESTHESIA TCHN 2 PD

Department:

HC Anesthesia Monitoring

Hiring Pay Scale

$41.41 / Hour

Worksite:

Hillcrest

Appointment Type:

Per Diem

Appointment Percent:

20%

Union:

EX Contract

Total Openings:

2

Work Schedule:

8 or 12 hour shifts, Sunday-Saturday

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San Diego, CA

Posted: 4/14/2025

Job Status: On Call

Job Reference #: 134582