Anesthesia Associate

UPMC • Pittsburgh, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

UPMC Presbyterian is hiring a full-time Anesthesia Associate to support anesthesia providers and deliver patient care during procedures. The role supports anesthesia services across the OR, MRI, GI Lab, Cath Lab, EP Lab, and IR suites, including trauma and transplant procedures. Responsibilities include preparing rooms, equipment, and supplies; supporting patient flow and room turnover; troubleshooting critical anesthesia and monitoring equipment; maintaining stock; and cleaning, decontaminating, and sterilizing equipment and supplies. The position works varied weekday and weekend evening and night shifts to support 24/7 patient care. Applicants are placed at the appropriate job title and salary on the career ladder based on their experience and education.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Act 34 clearance required.
• If the candidate has no previous hospital or pre-hospital training, they must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to progress to an Anesthesia Technician position within 6 months to 1 year of hire.

Nice To Haves

• 6 months to 1 year of health care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support anesthesia providers during trauma and transplant procedures, including rapid blood infusion, difficult airway assistance, cell salvage, jet ventilation, Swan Ganz catheter assistance, and liver transplant bypass cannula assistance.
• Support anesthesia providers in the OR, MRI, GI Lab, Cath Lab, EP Lab, and IR suites.
• Prepare rooms, equipment, and supplies for anesthesia procedures to promote safe and efficient patient flow.
• Troubleshoot anesthesia gas machines, GE B850 patient monitoring, Edwards CCO monitoring, and TEE/Ultrasound systems.
• Maintain stock levels and organize surgical suites for quick turnaround between cases.
• Clean, decontaminate, and sterilize anesthesia equipment and supplies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED