Manager Anesthesia Support Services

University of Chicago Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Chicago Medicine is seeking a Manager of Anesthesia Support Services to lead and develop a team responsible for ensuring high-quality anesthesia services across multiple locations. This full-time position involves operational oversight, staff development, and managing compliance with regulations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, progressive experience in perioperative services, and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in anesthesia or surgical services.
• Experience managing staff, budgets, and operational workflows.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards applicable to perioperative services.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Anesthesia Technicians and Technologists.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, and performance management.
• Ensure availability and functionality of anesthesia equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration or related field

Job description

The Manager of Anesthesia Support Services plays a critical leadership role in ensuring uninterrupted anesthesia services across UChicago Medicine's operating rooms and procedural areas. This position provides operational oversight of anesthesia support staff, equipment, supplies, and regulatory compliance while partnering closely with physicians, nurse anesthetists, technicians, and hospital leadership to support safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care. The manager is responsible for staff development, workflow optimization, equipment management, and maintaining readiness across multiple anesthetizing locations.

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Anesthesia Technicians and Technologists.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, payroll, performance management, and employee development.
• Ensure availability and functionality of anesthesia equipment, instruments, and supplies.
• Partner with Clinical Engineering and Materials Management to support operational readiness.
• Manage regulatory compliance, quality initiatives, and patient safety standards.
• Coordinate training, competency validation, and ongoing education programs.
• Support budget management and resource utilization across the department.
• Serve as a liaison between anesthesia providers, clinical teams, and hospital departments.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Nursing, Respiratory Therapy, Anesthesia Technology, or related field.
• Progressive leadership experience in perioperative services, anesthesia support services, surgical services, or a related healthcare environment.
• Experience managing staff, budgets, equipment, and operational workflows.
• Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards applicable to perioperative services.
• Strong communication, organizational, problem‑solving, and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification through ASATT (American Society of Anesthesia Technicians and Technologists).
• Experience in an academic medical center or large hospital setting.
• Experience supporting multiple operating rooms and procedural areas.
• Knowledge of blood gas laboratory operations, equipment management, and quality programs.
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Department: Anesthesia Support Services
• Shift: Days

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Job Info

• Job Identification 1783
• Job Category Patient Care
• Posting Date 05/27/2026, 04:24 PM
• Locations 5841 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL, 60637, US