Anaesthesia Assistant: OR Support for Diverse Shifts

Scarborough Health Network; Toronto; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Scarborough Health Network in Toronto is seeking an Anaesthesia Assistant (AA) to provide care in the OR under supervision of an Anaesthesiologist, including block room support and inductions.

The AA will collaborate with the surgical team, maintain equipment, and ensure safety and compliance with professional standards. A Baccalaureate Degree in a related health discipline, a CCAA, and 5 years of OR experience are required; ACLS/BLS, and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree in a related health discipline.
• Post graduate diploma/certificate in Anaesthesia Assistant program from an accredited institution.
• Certified Clinical Anaesthesia Assistant (CCAA) credential.
• Member of a regulated health care profession (e.g., RN, RRT).
• Knowledge of anaesthesiology principles and equipment.
• 5 years of multi-service OR experience.
• 2 years as an Anaesthesia Assistant preferred.
• BLS certificate and ACLS within one year.

Responsibilities

• Provide anaesthesia care to surgical patients under supervision and available anaesthesiologist.
• Assist in block room and inductions within the OR.
• Support anaesthesiologist and OR team as delegated.
• Ensure equipment readiness and maintain patient safety.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Collaborative inter-professional work

Sound clinical judgment

Ethical conduct & diversity awareness

Strong attendance & reliability

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in a health discipline

Post graduate diploma/certificate in Anaesthesia Assistant

Certified Clinical Anaesthesia Assistant (CCAA)

Member of a regulated health care profession

BLS Certificate

ACLS within one year

Job description

Scarborough Health Network in Toronto is seeking an Anaesthesia Assistant (AA) to provide care in the OR under supervision of an Anaesthesiologist, including block room support and inductions.

The AA will collaborate with the surgical team, maintain equipment, and ensure safety and compliance with professional standards. A Baccalaureate Degree in a related health discipline, a CCAA, and 5 years of OR experience are required; ACLS/BLS, and strong communication skills are essential.