Anaesthesia Assistant (Operating Room)

Michael Garron Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community teaching hospital in Toronto is seeking an Anaesthesia Assistant. This role involves providing advanced respiratory care and technical assistance during anesthesia procedures. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in critical care and a commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in a Critical Care setting.
• Demonstrated proficiency in intubation and management of difficult airways.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced respiratory care and assistance during anesthesia.
• Monitor depth of anesthesia under supervision of Anesthesiologist.

Skills

Airway Management

Critical Thinking

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Graduation from an accredited Respiratory Therapy program

Completion of an accredited Anesthesia Assistant Advanced Program

Current license with the College of Respiratory Therapy of Ontario

Tools

Anesthesia Gas Machines

Peripheral IV Insertion

Arterial Line Insertion

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 relevant collective agreement.

EDUCATION

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

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5 years experience in a Critical Care setting.
• Minimum 2 years recent Operating Room experience preferred.
• Minimum 1-2 years experience in an Anesthesia Assistant role preferred.
• Demonstrated experience and proficiency in airway management, intubation, LMA insertion, management of difficult airways using adjunctive and specialty devices, peripheral IV insertion, arterial line insertion, ophthalmology conscious sedation, regional blocks, management and troubleshooting of anesthesia gas machines, point of care testing.
• Ability to respond to expected, urgent, and emergent events.
• Excellent organizational, communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Participation in teaching, presentation of in-service programs, and research projects as required.
• Experience with cell salvage is an asset.
• Commitment to continuous learning and maintaining a good work and attendance record.
• Ability to maintain records and workload statistics, contribute to a safe work environment, and adhere to safety policies.