Anesthesia Technician

University of California San Francisco•San Francisco, CA

1d•$43 - $54•Onsite

About The Position

The Anesthesia Technician will be under the general supervision of the Chief of Anesthesia. In addition to routine anes tech service areas and duties, the incumbent of this position will be responsible for specialty cases such as Transplant, Spines and Cardiac - including any unusal or complex situations. Additional service areas include but are not limited to: Radiology, MRI, all pre-op and PACU facilities. Must posses and understand some medical terminology to interpret physician instruction. The Anesthesia Technician must be able to use judgement and initiative to reconginize conditions that could have potentially harmful outcomes to patient care. Works independently, and has ability to make decisions and set priorities with minimal guidance. Responsible for knowledge of and compliance with all applicable infection control, health and safety policies and procedures as implemented by the department and/or work unit and UCSF Medical Center. Additionally, adherence to departmental policies and procedures, including telephone and house standards is required. The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement. The salary range for this position is $43.42 - $54.06/hr. (experience based) To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve – a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team. Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report – UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values. In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Requirements

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