What are the responsibilities and job description for the Anesthesia Technician - University Hospital position at UW Health?
Work Schedule:
Full-time, 100% FTE day/evening shift. Monday - Friday between the hours of 6:45 am - 3:15 pm, Weekend shifts scheduled 7:00 am - 7:30 pm. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.
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We are seeking a Anesthesia Technician to:
- Assist the anesthesia team prior to, during, and following patient procedures in the Inpatient Operating Room and all off-site locations.
- Check and supply anesthesia carts and machines, replace anesthesia gas tanks, disassemble used anesthesia equipment, disinfect machines, and supply carts, replace used products and prepare transducers for invasive hemodynamic monitoring.
- Assist with the preparation of anesthesia supplies both preoperatively and post operatively by cleaning, maintaining, packaging, ordering, and inventorying of anesthesia supplies.
- Demonstrate trust, respect, honesty, and caring attitudes with patients/families and other members of the health care team.
At UW Health, you will have:
- An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans.
- Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
- Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
Education:
Minimum - High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred - Associate Degree as Anesthesia Technologist.
Work Experience:
Preferred - One (1) year of experience in a medical setting.
Licenses and Certifications:
Minimum - Basic Life Support/CPR or obtained within 6 months of hire.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.
University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.
