University of Washington Human Resources

UW CODE AND REPRESENTATIVE GROUP

18310 (NE S SEIU 925 HCP/LT)
20687 (NE H 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