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UPMC

Anesthesia Associate

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What they do

An Anesthesia Technician works with anesthesiologists to administer anesthesia to patients during surgery and other medical procedures. Monitors and cleans anesthesia equipment and makes sure that it works properly.

$53,388 / year median in Pennsylvania

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

Are you ready to be part of a highly skilled, tight-knit team that plays a vital role in saving lives every day? UPMC Presbyterian is hiring a full-time Anesthesia Associate to support our world-class anesthesia providers and deliver exceptional care to patients during critical moments.
What You'll Do:
+ Work varied shifts - weekday and weekend evenings and nights - supporting patient care 24/7. + Assist in Trauma and Transplant procedures, including: + Rapid blood infusion + Difficult airway assistance + Cell salvage and jet ventilation + Swan Ganz catheter and liver transplant bypass cannula assistance + Support anesthesia providers across all procedure areas:
OR, MRI, GI
Lab, Cath Lab, EP Lab, and IR suites. + Prepare rooms, equipment, and supplies for anesthesia procedures to ensure smooth and safe patient flow. + Troubleshoot critical equipment such as 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.
Why Join Us:
+ Be part of an elite 22-member anesthesia tech team that's essential to patient safety. + Gain hands-on experience with advanced medical technology. + Play a direct role in lifesaving procedures every single day. + Work in one of Pittsburgh's most advanced surgical environments. _Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the career ladder, based on their individual experience and education._ + High School Diploma or GED required. + 6 months - 1 year of health care experience preferred. + If no previous hospital or pre-hospital training, Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to progress to an Anesthesia Technician position within 6months to 1 year of hire.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
+ Act 34 UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran