Anesthesia Technician Lead
How this pay compares
This posting states $54.09 an hour. Open anesthesia technician jobs in Washington post a median of $41.03 an hour, the middle half $39.92–$43.36, across 6 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Anesthesia technicians employed in Washington earn a median of $29.85 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Job Description
The UW Medical Center-Northwest Operating Rooms have an outstanding opportunity for an Anesthesia Technician Lead .
WORK SCHEDULE
- Full-Time / 40 Hours per week
- Evening Shift
ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST
UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.
The UW Medical Center–Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Northwest Outpatient Medical Center and Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
The Lead serves as point person to coordinate daily flow of services with Anesthesiology Technicians and oversight of supplies and equipment.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead daily activities and services at all Anesthesia locations.
- Work with Manager to develop policies and procedures.
- Assist in quality assurance programs as directed by Manager. Participate in process improvement committees, as assigned.
- Perform as Anesthesiology Technician 2 as required and directed by Manager.
- Ensure appropriate staffing on the floor.
- Schedule assignments and breaks for the Anesthesia team, creating staffing/scheduling grids as directed by Manager.
- Coach other Anesthesia Technicians on performance; escalate situations to the attention of Manager, if needed.
- Assist in the recruitment and evaluation of Anesthesiology Technicians.
- Lead staff development, training, new employee orientation, as directed by Manager.
REQUIREMENTS
- Associate of Arts Degree in Biomedical Electronics
OR
- Two years of postsecondary education/training with emphasis in the sciences and two years of experience as an Anesthesiology Technician II or equivalent
OR
- Three years of experience as an Anesthesiology Technician II or equivalent
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
Pay Range Minimum
$34.58 hourly
Pay Range Maximum
$54.09 hourly
Other Compensation
-
Benefits
For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
Shift
Evening Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular?
This is a regular position
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)
100.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit
SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest Professional
ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.
All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.
Our Commitment
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 .
To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu .
Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .
From UW Medicine's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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