Evening Anesthesia Tech II – OR Equipment & Support

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers is seeking an Anesthesia Technician for an evening shift in the San Diego area. The role supports the surgical patient and operating room team, assisting with airway management, monitoring, and invasive line placement, while performing routine equipment checks and maintenance.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, BART or BLS certification with a plan to obtain BART within six months, and at least one year of anesthesia

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 months of hire date.
• Minimum one year of experience as an anesthesia technician.
• 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 in rapidly changing patient care situations.
• Proficient troubleshooting of anesthesia delivery equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist anesthesia team with airway management and monitoring.
• Place invasive lines and support equipment as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance and safety checks on anesthesia equipment.
• Clean and disinfect equipment between cases.
• Operate rapid infusion devices and cell saver devices.
• Operate TEE and Balloon Pump equipment as required.
• Precept, assist, and train new Anesthesia Monitoring staff.

Skills

Airway management

Physiological monitoring

Equipment troubleshooting

Independent judgment

Cleanliness and aseptic technique

Professional conduct

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Anesthesia equipment

Rapid infusion devices

Cell saver devices

TEE and Balloon Pump equipment

Job description

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers is seeking an Anesthesia Technician for an evening shift in the San Diego area. The role supports the surgical patient and operating room team, assisting with airway management, monitoring, and invasive line placement, while performing routine equipment checks and maintenance.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, BART or BLS certification with a plan to obtain BART within six months, and at least one year of anesthesia