• Anesthesia Tech Student

    UPMC (Pittsburgh, PA)


    Join Our Team as an Anesthesia Support Technician - Casual Role!

     

    Are you an anesthesia tech student or a student nurse curious about a future in anesthesia? This role is the perfect starting point. Step into the operating room environment and gain unparalleled hands-on exposure to the anesthesia team, equipment, and workflow-all while supporting safe, efficient patient care.

    Purpose

    In this entry-level, casual position, you'll assist with preparing supplies, equipment, and work areas for patients undergoing anesthetic procedures. Under supervision, you'll help ensure our anesthesia providers have everything they need to deliver exceptional care.

     

    Why This Role Is Perfect for Students

     

    Designed for anesthesia tech students and student nurses exploring a career in anesthesia

     

    Direct access to the anesthesia team and real-time OR workflow

     

    Learn equipment, processes, and terminology that build a strong foundation for future roles

     

    Flexible casual scheduling to fit around school commitments

     

    What You'll Do

    As a vital part of the perioperative support team, you will:

    + Clean, disinfect, and prepare anesthesia equipment according to policy for rapid turnover.

    + Ensure adequate supplies and equipment are available to support daily operations.

    + Perform terminal cleaning of anesthesia equipment and restock carts at day's end.

    + Maintain and organize cables, supplies, and equipment in the workroom.

    + Assist with intra-operative blood delivery and return in accordance with transfusion policy.

    + Support prompt OR turnover between surgical cases.

    + Deliver supplies and equipment immediately when requested by professional staff.

    + Keep all assigned areas clean, orderly, and ready for use at all times.

    + Prepare IV solutions and monitoring equipment as directed.

    + Retrieve, prepare, and distribute equipment to support safe, efficient care.

    + Perform additional duties as assigned to ensure smooth surgical operations.

     

    Build your skills. Grow your confidence. Experience anesthesia from the inside.

     

    High School Diploma or GED required. Enrolled in an anesthesia tech program or an undergraduate nursing program. Must demonstrate knowledge and skills to progress to Anesthesia Technician position.

    Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

    + Act 34

     

    UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran