County of Ventura
Overview
The current vacancy is an Intermittent position for the Ventura County Medical Center – General Major Surgery. Under supervision, maintains the machinery, equipment and supplies necessary for the delivery of anesthesia; assists the Anesthesiologist with the technical setup preparatory to the induction of anesthesia and performs other related duties. About the Opportunity As an Anesthesia Technician at Ventura County Medical Center, you’ll be a vital member of our surgical team, ensuring patients receive safe, seamless anesthesia services during critical procedures. You’ll work closely with anesthesiologists, nurses, and surgeons in a fast-paced, supportive environment—helping to prepare the operating room, maintain specialized anesthesia equipment, and keep surgical services running smoothly. This intermittent position offers flexibility and variety, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to build experience, maintain work-life balance, or supplement their income while playing a hands-on role in improving patient outcomes in their community. Why Join Us
Impact:
Play a direct role in safe anesthesia care for patients undergoing surgery. Flexibility:
Intermittent schedules provide day-to-day variety and balance. Growth:
Gain hands-on experience in perioperative services with opportunities for ongoing training and advancement. Support:
Work in a collaborative environment alongside skilled healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will excel in performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting of specialized anesthesia equipment, ensuring both optimal functionality and patient safety. They will identify and address equipment malfunctions promptly, implementing corrective actions or escalating issues as needed, all while adhering to manufacturer guidelines and safety regulations. Additionally, the candidate should have a strong understanding of equipment operation and protocols. They will also demonstrate expertise in reviewing surgery schedules to ensure adequate equipment availability, assisting with the preparation of surgery cases, and setting up and preparing the operating room environment for various procedures. This includes cleaning, restocking anesthesia carts, turning over operating rooms, and setting up for the next case while disinfecting equipment according to policy. Moreover, the candidate should be ready to assist with staffing challenges caused by LOAs, vacation/sick leave, increased census, and resignations, ensuring seamless operational support in these critical times. Distinguishing Characteristics
This class is distinguished by its specialization in the preparation, use, and maintenance of the supplies and equipment utilized by an Anesthesiologist. It is distinguished from Operating Room (OR) Technician in that the latter assists the surgeon by handling instruments and possesses specialized knowledge of surgical aseptic techniques. Educational/Bilingual Incentive
Incumbents may be eligible for educational incentive of 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree that is not required for the classification. Incumbents may also be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill. Department/Agency
Health Care Agency – Ventura County Medical Center (VCMC) and Santa Paula Hospital Anesthesia Technician is represented by the Services Employees International Union (SEIU) and is eligible for overtime compensation. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and Fixed-term), Intermittent, and Extra-help vacancies. There is currently one (1) Intermittent vacancy at the Ventura County Medical Center. This is an Intermittent position. An Intermittent Employee is a person employed for intermittent/temporary work on a day-to-day basis. Schedule and Duties
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OPENING DATE:
9/19/2025 CLOSING DATE:
Continuous and may close at any time; schedule for the remainder of the process will depend on when we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications. Duties may include but are not limited to the following: Ensures appropriate setup of surgery cases including calibration before procedures; Proactively reviews surgery schedules a day ahead to ensure adequate equipment; Rotates as part of on call team for afterhours and weekend emergencies; Troubleshoots anesthesia equipment; Moves equipment to/from perioperative areas; Cleans and restocks all anesthesia carts and equipment; Contributes to timely OR turnover by ensuring anesthesia equipment is ready for next case; Manages anesthesia equipment including identification and removal of any malfunctioning equipment; Disinfects equipment according to policy; and Performs other related duties as required. These are entrance requirements to the exam process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list. Education, Training and Experience
Any combination of education, training, and experience which has led to the acquisition of the required knowledge and abilities. The required knowledge and abilities could typically be attained by possession of a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or California High School Proficiency Certificate and completion of an Anesthesia Technician training program. Substitution: One (1) year of full-time equivalent experience performing anesthesia services on human patients may substitute for the completion of an Anesthesia Technician training program. Necessary Special Requirements: Candidates must have a valid Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certificate prior to the first day of employment and maintain it thereafter. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge:
the machinery, equipment and supplies utilized for the provision of anesthesia; sterile techniques, principles of asepsis, biologic hazards and standard precautions Ability:
maintain and organize the anesthesia environment, equipment, and supplies to facilitate department functions; provide peri-operative technical support to the anesthesia professional staff for delivery of safe patient care; effectively communicate with medical health care workers and others; provide and promote excellence in customer service for both internal and external customers; work cooperatively with others Supplemental Information:
Duties require frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting and kneeling, and the ability to move, position and lift patients and/or equipment to perform nursing assistant duties/procedures. Final Filing Date:
Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. To apply online, please refer to our website at ventura.org/jobs. If you prefer to fill out a paper application, call (805) 654-5129 for materials and submit to County of Ventura Human Resources, 800 South Victoria Avenue, L-1970, Ventura, CA 93009. Note to Applicants:
It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application and supplemental questionnaire; however, it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application. Supplemental Questionnaire – Qualifying:
All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this exam at the time of filing. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the exam process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire may result in the application being removed from consideration. Application Evaluation – Pass/Fail:
All applications will be reviewed to determine whether the stated requirements are met. Those individuals meeting the stated requirements will be invited to the written examination. Training & Experience Evaluation:
A Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E) is a structured evaluation of the job application materials submitted by a candidate... Oral Examination – 100%:
A job-related oral examination may be conducted to evaluate and compare participating examinees' knowledge, skills, and abilities. Examinees must earn a score of 70% or higher to qualify for placement on the eligible list. Note:
The selection process may consist of an Oral Exam, which may be preceded or replaced with the score from a T&E. For this reason, applicants should clearly show their relevant background and avoid referring to a resume alone. Applicants successfully completing the exam process may be placed on an eligible list for one year. Background Investigation:
A thorough pre-employment, post offer background investigation may be required. For further information, contact Nathan Wood at nathan.wood@venturacounty.gov or (805) 677-5232. Equal Employment Opportunity The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex, and sexual orientation.
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The current vacancy is an Intermittent position for the Ventura County Medical Center – General Major Surgery. Under supervision, maintains the machinery, equipment and supplies necessary for the delivery of anesthesia; assists the Anesthesiologist with the technical setup preparatory to the induction of anesthesia and performs other related duties. About the Opportunity As an Anesthesia Technician at Ventura County Medical Center, you’ll be a vital member of our surgical team, ensuring patients receive safe, seamless anesthesia services during critical procedures. You’ll work closely with anesthesiologists, nurses, and surgeons in a fast-paced, supportive environment—helping to prepare the operating room, maintain specialized anesthesia equipment, and keep surgical services running smoothly. This intermittent position offers flexibility and variety, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to build experience, maintain work-life balance, or supplement their income while playing a hands-on role in improving patient outcomes in their community. Why Join Us
Impact:
Play a direct role in safe anesthesia care for patients undergoing surgery. Flexibility:
Intermittent schedules provide day-to-day variety and balance. Growth:
Gain hands-on experience in perioperative services with opportunities for ongoing training and advancement. Support:
Work in a collaborative environment alongside skilled healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will excel in performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting of specialized anesthesia equipment, ensuring both optimal functionality and patient safety. They will identify and address equipment malfunctions promptly, implementing corrective actions or escalating issues as needed, all while adhering to manufacturer guidelines and safety regulations. Additionally, the candidate should have a strong understanding of equipment operation and protocols. They will also demonstrate expertise in reviewing surgery schedules to ensure adequate equipment availability, assisting with the preparation of surgery cases, and setting up and preparing the operating room environment for various procedures. This includes cleaning, restocking anesthesia carts, turning over operating rooms, and setting up for the next case while disinfecting equipment according to policy. Moreover, the candidate should be ready to assist with staffing challenges caused by LOAs, vacation/sick leave, increased census, and resignations, ensuring seamless operational support in these critical times. Distinguishing Characteristics
This class is distinguished by its specialization in the preparation, use, and maintenance of the supplies and equipment utilized by an Anesthesiologist. It is distinguished from Operating Room (OR) Technician in that the latter assists the surgeon by handling instruments and possesses specialized knowledge of surgical aseptic techniques. Educational/Bilingual Incentive
Incumbents may be eligible for educational incentive of 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree that is not required for the classification. Incumbents may also be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill. Department/Agency
Health Care Agency – Ventura County Medical Center (VCMC) and Santa Paula Hospital Anesthesia Technician is represented by the Services Employees International Union (SEIU) and is eligible for overtime compensation. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future Regular (including Temporary and Fixed-term), Intermittent, and Extra-help vacancies. There is currently one (1) Intermittent vacancy at the Ventura County Medical Center. This is an Intermittent position. An Intermittent Employee is a person employed for intermittent/temporary work on a day-to-day basis. Schedule and Duties
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OPENING DATE:
9/19/2025 CLOSING DATE:
Continuous and may close at any time; schedule for the remainder of the process will depend on when we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications. Duties may include but are not limited to the following: Ensures appropriate setup of surgery cases including calibration before procedures; Proactively reviews surgery schedules a day ahead to ensure adequate equipment; Rotates as part of on call team for afterhours and weekend emergencies; Troubleshoots anesthesia equipment; Moves equipment to/from perioperative areas; Cleans and restocks all anesthesia carts and equipment; Contributes to timely OR turnover by ensuring anesthesia equipment is ready for next case; Manages anesthesia equipment including identification and removal of any malfunctioning equipment; Disinfects equipment according to policy; and Performs other related duties as required. These are entrance requirements to the exam process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list. Education, Training and Experience
Any combination of education, training, and experience which has led to the acquisition of the required knowledge and abilities. The required knowledge and abilities could typically be attained by possession of a high school diploma, G.E.D. equivalency or California High School Proficiency Certificate and completion of an Anesthesia Technician training program. Substitution: One (1) year of full-time equivalent experience performing anesthesia services on human patients may substitute for the completion of an Anesthesia Technician training program. Necessary Special Requirements: Candidates must have a valid Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certificate prior to the first day of employment and maintain it thereafter. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge:
the machinery, equipment and supplies utilized for the provision of anesthesia; sterile techniques, principles of asepsis, biologic hazards and standard precautions Ability:
maintain and organize the anesthesia environment, equipment, and supplies to facilitate department functions; provide peri-operative technical support to the anesthesia professional staff for delivery of safe patient care; effectively communicate with medical health care workers and others; provide and promote excellence in customer service for both internal and external customers; work cooperatively with others Supplemental Information:
Duties require frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting and kneeling, and the ability to move, position and lift patients and/or equipment to perform nursing assistant duties/procedures. Final Filing Date:
Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. To apply online, please refer to our website at ventura.org/jobs. If you prefer to fill out a paper application, call (805) 654-5129 for materials and submit to County of Ventura Human Resources, 800 South Victoria Avenue, L-1970, Ventura, CA 93009. Note to Applicants:
It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application and supplemental questionnaire; however, it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application. Supplemental Questionnaire – Qualifying:
All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this exam at the time of filing. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the exam process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire may result in the application being removed from consideration. Application Evaluation – Pass/Fail:
All applications will be reviewed to determine whether the stated requirements are met. Those individuals meeting the stated requirements will be invited to the written examination. Training & Experience Evaluation:
A Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E) is a structured evaluation of the job application materials submitted by a candidate... Oral Examination – 100%:
A job-related oral examination may be conducted to evaluate and compare participating examinees' knowledge, skills, and abilities. Examinees must earn a score of 70% or higher to qualify for placement on the eligible list. Note:
The selection process may consist of an Oral Exam, which may be preceded or replaced with the score from a T&E. For this reason, applicants should clearly show their relevant background and avoid referring to a resume alone. Applicants successfully completing the exam process may be placed on an eligible list for one year. Background Investigation:
A thorough pre-employment, post offer background investigation may be required. For further information, contact Nathan Wood at nathan.wood@venturacounty.gov or (805) 677-5232. Equal Employment Opportunity The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex, and sexual orientation.
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