Lead Anesthesia Technician — Evening Shift

UW Advancement Careers; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UW Medical Center-Northwest is seeking an Anesthesia Technician Lead to coordinate daily workflow across anesthesia locations in Seattle. The role serves as the point person for staffing, supplies, and equipment, and collaborates with the manager to ensure smooth operations.

The position requires leadership, policy development, participation in QA, and staff development. It is a full-time, evening-shift role with a focus on quality and efficiency in patient care.

Qualifications

• Associate of Arts Degree in Biomedical Electronics.
• Two years of postsecondary education/training with emphasis in the sciences and two years of experience as an Anesthesiology Technician II or equivalent.
• Three years of experience as an Anesthesiology Technician II or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily activities and services at all Anesthesia locations.
• Work with Manager to develop policies and procedures.
• Assist in quality assurance programs as directed by Manager. Participate in process improvement committees, as assigned.
• Perform as Anesthesiology Technician 2 as required and directed by Manager.
• Ensure appropriate staffing on the floor.
• Schedule assignments and breaks for the Anesthesia team, creating staffing/scheduling grids as directed by Manager.
• Coach other Anesthesia Technicians on performance; elevate situations to the attention of Manager, if needed.
• Assist in the recruitment and evaluation of Anesthesiology Technicians.
• Lead staff development, training, new employee orientation, as directed by Manager.

Education

Associate of Arts Degree in Biomedical Electronics

Two years of postsecondary education/training with emphasis in the sciences and two years of experience as an Anesthesiology Technician II or equivalent

Job description

UW Medical Center-Northwest is seeking an Anesthesia Technician Lead to coordinate daily workflow across anesthesia locations in Seattle. The role serves as the point person for staffing, supplies, and equipment, and collaborates with the manager to ensure smooth operations.

The position requires leadership, policy development, participation in QA, and staff development. It is a full-time, evening-shift role with a focus on quality and efficiency in patient care.