Surgical Anesthesia Technician
Burlingame, California
Mills-Peninsula Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Anesthesia Tech - Surgical Services

Location: Burlingame, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Position: Anesthesia Tech
• Setting: Ambulatory OR / OR
• Shift: 5 shifts per week, 8 hours each
• Variable start times: 06:45, 08:30, 10:30, or 14:45
• Occasional weekend shifts required
• On-call shifts not required

Requirements

• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA or ARC only
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA or ARC only
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

Background Checks & Compliance

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start, including:

  • Social Security trace with all aliases
  • County searches for last 7 years of residence/work/school
  • Nationwide sex offender search (within 90 days of start)
  • Education verification (not required if highest education is high school)
  • FACIS Level 3 screening within 2 weeks of start and monthly thereafter
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, OFAC sanctions list, Medi-Cal Suspended and Ineligible Provider List as applicable
• Transcript/Diploma verification if education verification unsuccessful
• Pending background check attestation generally not accepted for this facility

Certifications & Licenses

• State professional license verification required within 30 days of start
• NURSYS verification for RN, LPN/LVN, AP within 30 days of start (if applicable)
• Tech Certification (national) required within 30 days of start, as applicable
• Other certifications may be required depending on position (e.g., PALS, NRP, CCRN, TNCC, EFM, CPI) – verify by position
• IV Certification may be required for some roles
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) may be required

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (must clear candidate for work)
• Fit mask test within 1 year, renewed annually (specific mask types accepted)
• Immunizations:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap within 10 years
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days, renewed annually
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: proof of immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B: series or signed declination
  • Varicella: proof of immunity or vaccination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination required during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30) or signed declination
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to CA law)
• Color blindness exam if applicable (in-person exam only)
• Respiratory safety clearance required prior to start, renewed annually

Competency Exams

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam may be required for some units
• Other competency exams as required by profession and unit

Facility Specific Documents & Compliance

• Candidate must review and sign:

  • Job description
  • Standards of Business Conduct
  • Confidentiality Agreement
  • General Regulatory Orientation for Contracted Workers
  • Vendor Training (2024 or 2025 depending on contract date)
  • Code of Conduct (2024 or 2025 depending on contract date)
  • Overpayment Refund Policy (2024 or 2025 depending on contract date)
  • Conditional Offer of Employment Attestation
  • TB Questionnaire within 90 days of start, renewed annually
  • Request for Religious Accommodation Form if applicable (for vaccine or PAPR exemptions)
• Passport-style photo required for badge

Employment History & References

• Full 7 years of work history required on application with no gaps
• Employment verification for up to 7 years required
• 2 professional references required for clinical/allied/per diem acute care candidates (within 3 years)
• 1 professional reference required for per diem non-acute care

Notes

• Some certifications and requirements may vary by position; verify with hiring manager or clinical lead.
• Religious and medical exemptions for immunizations and fit testing may be considered with proper documentation and approval.
• Facility does not allow PAPR use onsite at Mills-Peninsula Medical Center; escalate if no other options for failed fit test.

This position offers a structured travel contract opportunity in a reputable California healthcare system with comprehensive compliance and credentialing requirements.