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General Information

Work Location: Santa Monica, CA, USA
Onsite or Remote
Fully On-Site
Work Schedule
Sunday-Thursday 2130-0600
Posted Date
04/08/2025
Salary Range: $36.67 - 48.39 Hourly
Employment Type
2 - Staff: Career
Duration
Indefinite
Job #
23588

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Take on a prominent position in the Operating Room.  Under the general direction of OR leadership; the incumbent is responsible for assisting the anesthesiologist in the preparation of equipment needed to administer anesthesia; setting up invasive lines for patient monitoring; performing cell saving procedures; setting up Laser and Video equipment and assisting in Laser procedures; setting up other OR equipment; Job duties will be performed following department protocols and manufacturer’s recommendations in operating equipment; adherence to established procedures based on anesthesiologist’s preference in setting up invasive lines. 

Job Qualifications

We are seeking candidate who have the following skills and abilities:

 

·         We strongly prefer candidates with either certifications recognized by ASATT: Certified Anesthesia Technologist (Cer.A.T.T.) or Certified Anesthesia Technician (Cer.A.T.).

·         Ability to operate a cell saver machine to recycle a patient’s blood during surgery and reduce the need for transfusions – preferred

·         BLS from American Red Cross or American Heart Association - required

·         Competency in operating Laser, video, Endoscopy, other major OR and monitoring equipment.

·         Ability to work in fast paced and stressful environment.

·         Ability to prioritize own work to complete assigned task during shift.

·         Management, Handling of hazardous substances and Medical Device Act.

·         Knowledge of the Mission and Philosophy of SM-UCLA Medical Center.

·         Knowledge of Patients’ Bill of Rights.

·         Knowledge of AORN and AAMI Standards specific to areas of responsibility.

·         Knowledge of department policies and procedures.

·         Ability to meet physical requirements of the job relating to lifting, carrying, pulling or pushing 

·         50 lbs or more, extensive walking and standing and manual dexterity in operating equipment.