Anaesthesia Assistant (Operating Room)

Michael Garron Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading community teaching hospital in Toronto as an Anaesthesia Assistant, where you will play a vital role in providing advanced respiratory care and assisting in surgical procedures. This position offers an opportunity to work in a supportive environment focused on professional development and patient safety. You will be part of a collaborative team, ensuring high standards of care while engaging in continuous learning. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care and thrive in a dynamic healthcare setting, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy or Nursing program is required.
• Minimum 5 years experience in a Critical Care setting is needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced respiratory care and assist in the care of surgical patients.
• Monitor anesthesia depth under the supervision of the Anesthesiologist.

Skills

Airway Management

Intubation

LMA insertion

Peripheral IV insertion

Arterial Line insertion

Ophthalmology conscious sedation

Regional blocks

Management of difficult airways

Point of care testing

Critical thinking

Education

Accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Nursing program or recognized equivalent

Anesthesia Assistant Advanced Program

BCLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

OVERVIEW

Michael Garron Hospital (MGH) is an award-winning hospital and one of Toronto's best-kept secrets. As Ontario's leading community teaching hospital, MGH has proudly served the diverse multi-cultural community of east Toronto since 1929 and is known for its friendliness and sense of community within Canada's largest city. Recognized as a leader in workplace wellness and offering a quality work environment focused on learning and development, MGH invests in people to meet their professional goals and to reach their personal best.

The Anaesthesia Assistant is responsible and accountable for the provision of advanced respiratory care as established by the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario and the standards of respiratory care of this hospital. As an advanced practitioner, the Anesthesia Assistant provides clinical and technical assistance in the care of the stable surgical patient during general, regional, or local anesthesia.

The Anaesthesia Assistant provides constant assessment and evaluative monitoring of the depth of anesthesia under the direct supervision of the Anesthesiologist and with the use of medical directives, as applicable. The Anesthesia Assistant is also an integral member of the Allied Health team with accountabilities for professional practice, education, and research.

SALARY RATE

Starting rate is $48.73/hour. As a new employee, you may be eligible for Credit for Experience to progress your salary on the wage scale for your position, in accordance with the collective agreement relevant to your position.

EDUCATION

1. Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program, Nursing program, or recognized equivalent is required.
2. Current license with the College of Respiratory Therapy of Ontario (CRTO) or College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) is required.
3. Completion of accredited Anesthesia Assistant Advanced Program is required.
4. Certified in BCLS is required.
5. Certified in ACLS is preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Minimum 5 years experience in a Critical Care setting.
2. Minimum 2 years recent Operating Room experience preferred.
3. Minimum 1-2 years experience in an Anesthesia Assistant role preferred.
4. Demonstrated experience and proficiency in the following skills:
1. Airway Management / Intubation / LMA insertion
2. Management of difficult airways, using adjunctive devices and specialty devices
3. Peripheral IV insertion
4. Arterial Line insertion
5. Ophthalmology conscious sedation
6. Regional blocks
7. Management and troubleshooting of various types of anaesthesia gas machines
8. Point of care testing
5. Demonstrated ability to respond to expected, urgent, and emergent events.
6. Excellent organizational, communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
7. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to plan, deliver, and evaluate care.
8. Participate in teaching and presentation of in-service programs as required.
9. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team in planning, delivering, and evaluating service delivery through participation on committees and initiatives.
10. Participate in trials, evaluations, and research projects as required.
11. Experience with cell salvage is an asset.
12. Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning.
13. Good work and attendance record required.
14. Maintains records and workload statistics.
15. Maintain a healthy and safe work environment.
16. All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) (formerly Toronto East General Hospital), agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
17. All employees of MGH are responsible for contributing to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH.
18. All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co-workers through adherence to MGH's policies and practices.