Anesthesiology Technician 1
UW CODE AND REPRESENTATIVE GROUP
18310 (NE S SEIU 925 HCP/LT)
22556 (NE H NI SEIU 925 HCP/LT)
CLASS SERIES CONCEPT
Provide anesthesia technical assistance.
DEFINITION
Clean, assemble, and restock anesthesia equipment; document work performed; assemble standardized kits.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
First-level class of series. Under general supervision, clean, assemble, and stock materials, anesthesia equipment and machines.
TYPICAL WORK
Restock and set up anesthesia equipment in operating rooms and supply areas;
Replenish supplies such as syringes, needles, drugs, breathing circuits, and sponges;
Wash and sterilize anesthesia equipment accessories including ventilator components, tubes, nasal air ways, suction catheters, stethoscopes, face masks, breathing circuits and anesthesia bags;
Assure cleanliness and proper working order of machines;
Assemble, verify sterilization and distribute standardized kits for anesthesia department;
Clean and check ventilators daily in accordance with departmental standards; wash and sterilize components;
Document maintenance work performed on equipment;
Order supplies;
Perform related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS – UW Contract Classified
High school diploma or GED certificate;
AND
Six months’ training or experience in medical equipment maintenance or medical equipment and supplies. One year of training/experience in medical equipment maintenance and medical equipment and supplies may substitute for required education.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.
New Class: 1-3-73
Revise Class/Title: 2-23-87
Revise MQ: 7-2-90
Revised new class code: (formerly 6310) effective July 1, 2007
New to SEIU: June 22, 2011