Anesthesia Assistant

Covenant Health Canada; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant Health Canada invites applications for an Anesthesia Assistant (RN or RT) to join the Anesthesia Care Team at Grey Nuns Community Hospital in Edmonton. The role requires post-graduate anesthesia training or anesthesia-related nursing qualifications and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe perioperative care.

Candidates must have BLS/ACLS, CSRT CCAA certification eligibility, and active professional registration.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized Respiratory Therapy program OR Baccalaureate-prepared RN with accredited post-graduate Anesthesia Assistant Program.
• Current registration with the applicable professional college recognized by the Alberta Health Professions Act.
• Certified Clinical Anesthesia Assistant (CCAA) from CSRT; eligible for Anesthesia Assistant membership with CAS.

Responsibilities

• Perform anesthesia-related tasks including comprehensive patient assessments, develop and implement anesthesia care plans, administer anesthetics and medications, monitor patients during surgical procedures.
• Respond to clinical situations during procedures and manage patient monitoring within the Anesthesia Care Team.
• Collaborate with anesthesiologists and other health professionals to ensure safe anesthesia care.

Skills

Critical care experience

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Respiratory Therapy program

RN with post-graduate Anesthesia Assistant Program

CCAA certification (CSRT)

CAS eligibility

BLS

ACLS

Tools

Electronic health record systems

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Your Opportunity:

Are you looking for a place where people truly matter? At Covenant Health, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. As one of Alberta’s Top Employers for over a decade and home to one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, we offer a supportive environment where you can grow your career, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference every day. The Grey Nuns Community Hospital has proudly served southeast Edmonton and surrounding communities since 1988, providing compassionate, full-service care that meets a broad range of health needs. Conveniently located in the heart of the Mill Woods community, the hospital offers easy access to public transit, parks, shopping, and other amenities. The Misericordia Community Hospital has been serving Albertans since 1969, combining leading healthcare services with excellent opportunities for professional growth. As a full-service hospital, it provides specialized care through programs including Emergency Services, Surgery, and Neonatal Intensive Care, supporting the health and wellbeing of individuals and families across Edmonton and beyond. Whether you are an experienced healthcare professional or looking for your next career opportunity, you can make a lasting impact by delivering exceptional, compassionate care to those who need it most. Ready to make a difference? Join Covenant Health and help us build a healthier Alberta, together.

Description:

The Anesthesia Assistant is a highly skilled healthcare professional (RN or RT) holding advanced certification in anesthesia care and works within the Anesthesia Care Team (ACT), directly supervised by an anesthesiologist. They are delegated to perform anesthesia related tasks including comprehensive patient assessments, develop and implement anesthesia care plans, administer anesthetics and medications, manage patient monitoring and respond to clinical situations during surgical procedures.

• Classification: Anesthesia Assistant
• Union: COV HSAA PROF TECH
• Unit and Program: Operative Program
• Primary Location: Grey Nuns Community Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Multisite
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 10-NOV-2026
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 14-DEC-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 4
• Shifts per cycle: 20
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $46.37
• Maximum Salary: $60.11
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Graduate of a recognized Respiratory Therapy program OR Baccalaureate-prepared Registered Nurse and completion of accredited post-graduate Anesthesia Assistant Program. Current registration with the applicable professional college recognized by the Alberta Health Professions Act. Certified Clinical Anesthesia Assistant (CCAA) from CSRT; eligibility for Anesthesia Assistant membership with CAS. Certifications in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Additional Required Qualifications:

Recent critical care experience equivalent to full-time employment within the past two years or a minimum of 3,000 clinical hours within the last three years in critical care settings such as Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Emergency Department, or Respiratory Therapy, including Operating Room experience. Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care. Proven reliability, accountability, and strong organizational skills. Proficient in computer applications, including electronic health record/documentation systems and Microsoft Outlook. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience in research participation or clinical education preferred. Experience leading quality initiatives. Effective change management skills. Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and conflict resolution skills. Note: applicants who do not fully meet the qualifications for this position may be considered for an approved educational pathway opportunity, with employer-funded training provided in exchange for a return service agreement.