Anesthesia Technician Main OR

These roles provide essential assistance to healthcare professionals in delivering patient care. Ensure the smooth functioning of clinical operations by handling tasks that support the diagnostic, therapeutic, and procedural aspects of patient care. Allied Health - Health Services professionals work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of medical services.

• These roles focus on the preparation, performance, and post-operative support to surgical teams.
• Responsibilities include sterilization, instrument preparation and handling, and or operational or hands-on support required during surgery.
• May work in our hospitals, surgical centers, and clinics, and have responsibilities from planning and preparation to recovery and follow-up.
• Does not include Perioperative Nurses.
• Individual contributors who provide support to an organization, often in direct service, operational, technical or administrative functions.
• Spends majority of time in the delivery of support services or activities, typically under supervision.
• Opportunities for progression outside this career stream are typically limited without additional education or significant training and experience.
• Fully competent and productive individual contributor.
• Works under moderate supervision.
• Problems are typically of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures.
• Makes minor adjustments to working methods.
• Communicates information that requires explanation or interpretation.
• MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.

Experience

1 year of experience required. Experience as CNA, EMT, PCT or CMA highly preferred.

Licensure

BLS Certification required. Additional certifications/licensure may be required for the position. Please see position requisition for specific requirements. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Job requires sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 25-50lbs. Working in environment with fumes, chemicals, vibrations, heat, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease. The starting base rate for this role is $19.11 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts Certification and education support Generous Paid Time Off UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.