Anesthesia Technician, Per Diem

Orthopaedic Institute - Anesthesia

Per Diem

85866BR

Job Summary

The Anesthesia Technician's primary responsibility is to maintain all anesthesia service areas in readiness and for use by anesthesiologists and Anesthetists. The service areas include all operating rooms and procedure rooms in the Orthopaedic Institute. Additional service areas include but are not limited to: Radiology, MRI, all pre-op and PACU facilities. Responsible for anesthesia equipment and supplies as described in this job description and is accountable to the Patient Care Manager of the Orthopaedic Institute.

The Anesthesia Technician must be able to work independently and be able to make decisions and set priorities with guidance. Responsible for knowledge of a compliance with all applicable infection control, health and safety policies and procedures as implemented by the department and/or work unit and the Medical Center. Additionally, adherence to departmental policies and procedures, including telephone and house standards is required.

The Anesthesia Technician is responsible to support JCAHO Standards, Title 22 and NPSG. The individual is responsible to achieve efficient turn-over of rooms, maintenance of equipment and exemplary customer service. Acts as a team player at all times and fosters collegiality across all disciplines. Works at all UCSF ambulatory surgery sites.

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 $49.74 (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

Required Qualifications

• One year experience
• American Heart Association CPR Certification
• Knowledge of medical/surgical and anesthetic terminology
• High school diploma; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Good communication skills; ability to be clearly understood; ability to be friendly, courteous, and work in a cooperative manner
• Basic mathematical skills to quickly and accurately add, subtract, divide, and multiply whole numbers and decimals manually or using a calculator
• Ability to work independently with good organizational skills
• Ability to see well and read in dim light; to distinguish colors on the anesthesia monitors; hear and comprehend at normal conversational levels; must have manual dexterity to manipulate small equipment including, but not limited to, twisting bulbs, turning dials, changing batteries, and pushing bottoms; ability to move in confined spaces, repetitively lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure
• This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations

Preferred Qualifications

• College background in the life sciences, medicine, related field or relevant education

License/Certification

• American Heart Association CPR Certification

About UCSF

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

008900 ANESTHESIA TCHN 2 PD

Job Category

Technical & Technologist

Bargaining Unit

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)

Employee Class

Per Diem

Percentage

20%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mission Bay (SF)

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours