Anaesthesia Assistant: OR Support & Perioperative Care

Fraser Health; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 58,231 - 72,751; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive, 100% Employer-Paid Benefits

Generous Vacation Time

Immediate Pension Enrollment

Maternity Top-Up

TransLink Pass Subsidy

Job summary

A health care organization in British Columbia is seeking a Full-Time Anaesthesia Assistant at Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster. The role involves providing technical support and clinical assistance in anaesthesia, monitoring patients during surgery, and administering medications. Eligible candidates should have a post-graduate diploma in Anaesthesia Assistance or a Diploma in Respiratory Therapy with recent clinical experience. Applicants must possess certifications in CPR, ACLS, and NRP.

Qualifications

• Current certification in CPR, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• Eligible for membership with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT)
• Three years' recent related clinical experience or equivalent combination of education, training and experience

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and clinical assistance in the induction, maintenance, and recovery phases of anaesthesia
• Monitor physiological responses of patients during surgery
• Administer inhaled medications and monitor patient airways

Skills

Comprehensive knowledge of current anesthesia assistant theory and practice

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively

Demonstrated ability to assess client responses to care

Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position

Education

Graduation from an accredited post-graduate diploma Anaesthesia Assistant Program

Graduation from a recognized School of Respiratory Therapy Diploma Program

Job description

A health care organization in British Columbia is seeking a Full-Time Anaesthesia Assistant at Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster. The role involves providing technical support and clinical assistance in anaesthesia, monitoring patients during surgery, and administering medications. Eligible candidates should have a post-graduate diploma in Anaesthesia Assistance or a Diploma in Respiratory Therapy with recent clinical experience. Applicants must possess certifications in CPR, ACLS, and NRP.