Anesthesia Assistant

The Hospital for Sick Children; Toronto; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and life insurance

HOOPP pension plan

Staff wellness program

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Job summary

The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) in Toronto is seeking a qualified Anesthesia Assistant to support pediatric patients undergoing general, regional, or procedural sedation. You will provide hands‑on anesthesia under anesthesiologist supervision within a collaborative practice model.

Candidates must complete an accredited Anesthesia Assistant program, hold CCAA credentials, and be in good standing with CRTO or CNO.

Qualifications

• Accredited Anesthesia Assistant program completed.
• CCAA credentials obtained or in progress.
• Registered with CRTO or CNO in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Assess pediatric patients and anticipate perianesthesia issues.
• Collaborate with anesthesiologists and interdisciplinary team.
• Provide anesthesia and procedural sedation care.
• Maintain competency through ongoing education.

Skills

Clinical skills

Technical skills

Communication skills

Interprofessional teamwork

Education

Accredited Anesthesia Assistant program

CCAA credentials

CRTO/CNO registration

Job description

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.

Don't miss a great opportunity to join our award-winning organization. SickKids has been voted one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for the 10th year in a row. We've been recognized as a top employer for young people, a top family friendly employer, and a top employer in the GTA!

We are looking for a qualified Anesthesia Assistant to join our team!

As an Anesthesia Assistant you will participate in the care of pediatric patients undergoing general, regional or procedural sedation under the direct supervision and/or immediate availability of the Anesthesiologist. Within a collaborative practice agreement, you provide hands‑on anesthesia and procedural sedation care for pediatric patients across the pre-, intra-, and immediate postoperative periods, practicing with a high degree of clinical autonomy alongside anesthesiologists.

As an Anesthesia Assistant, you are authorized to practice within your respective scope of practice as a regulated health professional (RN or RT) and may perform duties beyond your scope of practice under medical directives. You provide high-quality anesthesia and procedural sedation care for pediatric patients in the OR, Sedation Unit, and satellite locations such as Diagnostic Imaging and Hematology/Oncology procedure areas, collaborating closely with anesthesiologists. You are a key provider of moderate to deep sedation for procedures across the hospital.

Here’s What You’ll Love

• Contributing to high‑quality, compassionate care for children and their families


• This position is eligible for employee benefits coverage including but not limited to; health, dental and life insurance. The full benefits package will be discussed at the time of offer.


• This position is eligible to enroll in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP). You can learn more about HOOPP's plan features by reviewing The HOOPP Handbook.


• A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well‑being Strategy. Self‑care helps us support others.


• A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.


• The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.


• A culture of safety for both the patient and staff


• Being a part of the expert interprofessional care team driving hospital wide changes and beyond


• An academic and learning environment, awards and bursaries, mentoring programs, and a focus on continuous improvement

Here’s What You’ll Get To Do

• Assess patients clinical status, anticipate perianesthesia issues, and respond promptly to changes in condition


• Actively participate within the interdisciplinary health care team as a reflective practitioner


• Utilize evidence‑based practice


• Independently assess, plan, and deliver anesthesia and procedural sedation care while collaborating closely with anesthesiologists


• Provide safe, competent and ethical anesthesia care


• Maintain clinical competence and knowledge base through continued education and lifelong learning

Here’s What You’ll Need

• Successful completion of an accredited Anesthesia Assistant program


• Certified Clinical Anesthesia Assistant (CCAA) credentials


• A member in good standing with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO) or the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)


• Minimum of 2 years of recent critical care experience


• Previous Anesthesia Assistant or peri‑operative experience preferred


• Excellent clinical, technical, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team


• A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity & inclusion

Employment Type:

Full‑Time- 1.00FTE

SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

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