Anesthesia Technician

University of California San Francisco • San Francisco, CA

1d • $41 - $52

About The Position

The Anesthesia Technician’s primary responsibility is to maintain all anesthesia service areas in readiness for use by Anesthesiologists and Anesthetists. The service areas include all operating rooms in the main OR and Cysto. Additional service areas include but are not limited to OB, Radiology, MRI, all pre-op and PACU facilities. Responsible for anesthesia equipment and supplies as described in this job description maintains proper workflow in anesthesia and is accountable to the Manager of Anesthesia Support Services and the OR manager. The technician must be able to work independently and may act as a preceptor. Responsible for knowledge of and compliance with all applicabl e infection control, health and safety policies and procedures implemented by the department and/or work unit and UCSF Medical Center.

Requirements

• One year experience as an Anesthesia Technician
• High School diploma; or equivalent experience
• Basic mathematical skills to quickly and accurately add, subtract, divide and multiply whole numbers and decimals manually using a calculator
• Knowledge of medical/surgical and anesthetic terminology
• Ability to work independently with good organizational skills
• Ability to see well and read in dim light; able to distinguish colors on the anesthesia monitors
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure
• Good communication skills; ability to be clearly understood; ability to be friendly, courteous, and work in a cooperative manner
• Manual dexterity to manipulate small equipment including, but not limited to, twisting bulbs, turning dials, changing batteries, and pushing buttons; able to move in confined spaces; able to repetitively lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
• The flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Health locations
• Certification as an Anesthesia Technician

Responsibilities

• Maintain all anesthesia service areas
• Maintain anesthesia equipment and supplies
• Maintain proper workflow in anesthesia
• Act as a preceptor
• Compliance with all applicabl e infection control, health and safety policies and procedures

What This Job Offers

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