Anesthesia Assistant

Humber River Health; Toronto; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Anesthesia Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role involves providing compassionate and high-quality care to patients during surgical procedures. You will work closely with anesthesiologists, ensuring safe and effective patient management throughout the anesthesia process. The organization is committed to leveraging technology to enhance patient care and improve operational efficiency. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values inclusivity and excellence in patient care.

Benefits

Evidence-based leadership

Supportive work environment

Recognition as a top employer

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Accommodations for applicants

Qualifications

• Graduate from a recognized Anesthesia Assistant Program required.
• Registered member in good standing with CRTO or CNO required.
• 1-2 years current Operating Room experience as Anesthesia Assistant required.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical support and clinical assistance during anesthesia phases.
• Monitors physiological responses of patients during surgery.
• Assists in developing and implementing the anesthesia care plan.

Skills

Compassionate care

Technical support in anesthesia

Patient monitoring

Communication skills

Teamwork

Peripheral intravenous line insertion

Intubation

Laryngeal mask insertion

Education

Graduate from Anesthesia Assistant Program

Undergraduate degree in health-related field

Masters in health-related field

Tools

BCLS certification

ACLS certification

Registered Respiratory Therapist certification

Registered Nurse certification

Job description

Posting Date: 2 months ago (2 / 6 / 2024 12 : 01 PM)

Program: Surgical Program

Department / Unit: Operating Room Surgery

Employee Type: Temporary Full-Time

Employee Group: OPSEU 577

Job ID: 2023-19021

Job Category: Allied Health

Position Profile

Humber River Health: Lighting New Ways In Healthcare.

Since opening our doors in 2015 as North America’s first fully digital hospital, we remain unwavering in our belief that we can change the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the world of healthcare beyond our borders. Serving a community of 850,000 residents in North West Toronto, Equity Inclusivity and active participation in the North West Toronto Ontario Health Team are key initiatives important to our Team. At Humber River Health, we make technology work for staff and physicians; giving them more time to spend with patients, to eliminate inefficiencies, and to reduce the chance of errors.

Join our team of Anesthesia Assistants as we work together to deliver compassionate care that is responsive to the healthcare needs of our community.

Are you a compassionate Anesthesia Assistant who is focused on delivering high-quality, safe care? If yes, we invite you to read the details below then apply.

Reporting Relationship: Manager, Operating Room

Hiring Salary Range: $44.67 - $53.41

Employee Group: OPSEU 577

Location: Wilson Site

Hours of work: 8 hour shifts between 0630 and 2000

Position Responsibilities:

• Practices in accordance with the standards of practice and guidelines as outlined by the Canadian Anaesthesiologists Society of Canada (CAS).
• Works within a client and family-centered care model and the vision and values of Humber River Health.
• Provides technical support and clinical assistance with induction, maintenance and recovery phases of anesthesia by working both under the direct clinical supervision of the Anesthesiologist and as a member of an integrated surgical team.
• Assists the Anaesthesiologist in developing and implementing the anesthesia care plan.
• Monitors physiological responses of patients to the induction of anesthesia during surgery.
• Ensures effective and safe patient care by demonstrating continuous improvement, education and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Graduate from a recognized Anesthesia Assistant Program required.
• Registered member in good standing with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO) or the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) required.
• Undergraduate degree in a health-related field required, Masters preferred.
• Current certification for Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Registered Nurse (RN) required.
• Current certification in BCLS and ACLS required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of current anesthesia assistant practice required.
• 1-2 years current Operating Room experience as Anesthesia Assistant required.
• Paediatric experience preferred.
• PALS preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to execute peripheral intravenous line insertion, arterial line insertion, intubation and laryngeal mask insertion.
• Excellent knowledge and demonstrated advanced ability to assess patient responses to care during anesthesia.
• Demonstrated excellent and effective communication skills using all modalities.
• Demonstrated excellent team membership.

Why choose Humber River Health?

At Humber River Health, our staff, physicians, and volunteers are lighting new ways in healthcare. We are proud to be recognized as a part of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. We support employees by providing evidence-based leadership and cultivating a culture that consistently wows as a Huron Consulting hospital.

Attracting and retaining a workforce that represents the diverse communities surrounding Humber River Health is a priority. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identify as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ.

Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, disability, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process as well as during employment at Humber River Health. Please direct any accommodation requests to our recruitment team.

Please be advised that in order to be eligible for employment at Humber River Health, all new hires must have received a complete COVID-19 vaccination series approved by Health Canada AND have received their most recent dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at least 14 days prior to their first date of employment.