Anesthesia Technician
Anesthesia
Full Time
84608BR
Job Summary
Under general supervision, the Anesthesia Technician's 2 primary responsibility is to maintain all anesthesia service areas in readiness for use by Anesthesiologists and Anesthetists. The service areas include all operating rooms and satellite areas in which anesthesia services are provided (e.g. MRI, ICU, OB etc.). The Anesthesia Technician 2 is responsible for anesthesia equipment and supplies as described in this job description and is accountable to the Anesthesia OR Support Supervisor. The Anesthesia Technician 2 must be able to work independently and be able to make decisions and set priorities with some guidance. The Anesthesia Technician 2 is 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. Additionally, adherence to departmental policies and procedures, including telephone and house standards is required. The Anesthesia Technician 2 may assist Anesthesiologists with patient positioning and transport, preparation of sterile fields, placement of invasive monitoring lines, application of regional, epidural and spinal anesthesia techniques and invasive and noninvasive procedure setups. This position is located at ZSFG.
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 $39.40 - $49.07 (Hourly Rate).
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
Department Description
The Respiratory Care Services (RCS) Department at Zuckerberg San Francisco General (ZSFG) has been a renowned leader in respiratory care for over forty years. RCS functions under the guidance of the Department of Anesthesia in the School of Medicine (SOM) at UCSF; one of the world's leading centers of health sciences, research, patient care, and education. The primary focus of ZSFG Respiratory Care Service is in critical and acute care and features an expanded scope of practice. The department has a growing presence in outpatient clinics and community services. Our Respiratory Care Practitioners (RCPs) serve as consultants to nursing, faculty, and all other members of the healthcare team.
Required Qualifications
- HS/GED or equivalent combination of education or experience and 6 months to 1 year previous experience as an Anesthesia Technician
- Knowledge of medical/surgical and anesthetic terminology.
- Must have good communication skills. Ability to be clearly understood. Ability to be friendly, courteous, and work in a cooperative manner.
- Must be able to work quickly and accurately under pressure.
- Must be able to work independently with good organizational skills.
- Must be able to multitask.
- Must be able to work in urgent/stressful situations.
- Must be able to work in a team environment.
- Must have good computer skills.
- Basic mathematical skills to quickly and accurately add, subtract, divide, and multiply whole numbers and decimals manually or using a calculator.
- Must be able to see well and read in dim light. Must be able to distinguish colors on the anesthesia monitors.
- Must be able to hear and comprehend at normal conversational levels.
- Must be able to move in confined spaces.
- 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 repetitively lift up to 60 pounds, and push or pull wheeled equipment weighing up to 500 pounds on a level surface; pushing/pulling and maneuvering of the anesthesia carts requires moderate to full body force.
- Must be able to remain standing for protracted periods of time.
- Must maintain patient safety.
Preferred Qualifications
- Some college with a background in life science, medicine or related field
- Anesthesia technician certification
- Previous experience or training in related medical field e.g., EMT training/experience, sterile processing technician, central supply experience etc.
License/Certification
- Current CPR certification
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Organization
Campus
Job Code and Payroll Title
008898 ANESTHESIA TCHN 2
Job Category
Support Services, Technical & Technologist
Bargaining Unit
American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)
Employee Class
Career
Percentage
100%
Location
San Francisco, CA
Campus
Zuckerberg San Francisco General (ZSFG)
Work Style
Fully On-Site
Shift
Days
Shift Length
Other
Additional Shift Details
Monday-Friday 8 hours/day Saturdays, Sundays,and Holidays 12 hours / day; 40 hours /week