Anesthesia Assistant 2

The Ottawa Hospital; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Pension plan

Learning & development

Job summary

The Ottawa Hospital in Ottawa, Ontario, is seeking an Anesthesia Assistant with a Respiratory Therapy background to join our operating rooms across campuses. Rotate through day, evening and weekend shifts (8 and 12 hours) and support anesthesia teams with critical patient care.

Ideal candidates hold a Respiratory Therapy Diploma and a post-graduate Anesthesia Assistant course, with ACLS and CRTO eligibility.

Qualifications

• Diploma from an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program.
• Graduated from a post graduate Anesthesia Assistant course.
• Current and general certification with CRTO without limitations.
• ACLS certification.
• Knowledge of anesthesia technologies and OR processes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Days, evenings, including weekends, 8 and 12 hour shifts.
• Provide anesthesia assistant support in operating rooms.
• Adhere to professional acts and hospital policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Judgement

Hospital/OR knowledge

Language proficiency

Education

Respiratory Therapy program diploma

Post-graduate Anesthesia Assistant course

Job description

About The Ottawa Hospital

The Ottawa Hospital (TOH) is one of Canada's largest learning and research multi-campus hospitals. With more than 1,400 beds and approximately 17,000 staff, physicians, residents and volunteers, we deliver specialized care to the Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec and Eastern Nunavut regions. At The Ottawa Hospital, we don't just serve our community, we belong to the community. That insight is at the heart of our ambitious plan to reshape the future of healthcare for our community.

About The Ottawa Hospital

The Ottawa Hospital (TOH) is one of Canada's largest learning and research multi-campus hospitals. With more than 1,400 beds and approximately 17,000 staff, physicians, residents and volunteers, we deliver specialized care to the Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec and Eastern Nunavut regions. At The Ottawa Hospital, we don't just serve our community, we belong to the community. That insight is at the heart of our ambitious plan to reshape the future of healthcare for our community.

From the compassion of our people to the relentless pursuit of new discoveries, The Ottawa Hospital never stops seeking innovative solutions to the most complex health care challenges while continually engaging with the community to support our vision to provide each patient with the kind of care and compassion we would want for our loved ones.

Working together with its research institute, the University of Ottawa, and other partners, the hospital is continually gaining national and international recognition for high-quality patient care, teaching and research, while striving to meet the needs of the culturally diverse community we serve.

Rotation/Shifts

Days, evenings, including weekends, 8 and 12 hour shifts.

For information purposes only - The Hospital reserves the right to change.

Basic Requirements

• Diploma from an accredited Respiratory Therapy Program;
• Graduated from a post graduate Anesthesia Assistant course;
• Current and general certificate of registration or eligibility for general certification with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (C.R.T.O.) without limitations
• Certified in ACLS;
• Knowledge of anesthesia technologies, basic hemodynamic principles, and general knowledge of anesthesia equipment;
• Sound judgement and problem-solving abilities;
• Knowledge of the Regulated Health Professions Act and other related professional acts;
• Knowledge of hospital/OR processes, policies and procedures;
• Excellent interpersonal skills;
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Membership in Respiratory Therapy Professional Association(s);
• Membership with the Canadian Anesthesiologists' Society (CAS) Anesthesia Assistant subcommittee;
• Membership with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists AA subcommittee (CSRT);
• Two (2) years of multi-service operating room experience within the last two (2) years in the role of anesthesia assistant;
• Proficiency in English and French oral expression (level 4 - advanced) and comprehension (level 4 - advanced). The Ottawa Hospital uses a 5-level language proficiency scale to define the required level of language skills in English and in French for positions at the Hospital, and to evaluate job candidate language skills. Language proficiency requirements are based on the nature of the position and the level of interaction with French and English-speaking clients. Click here for additional information on The Ottawa Hospital's language proficiency levels.

What You Can Expect From Us

The Ottawa Hospital is committed to providing a healthy, safe, and inclusive work environment for everyone. We are driven by our purpose to provide each patient with the world-class care, exceptional service and compassion we would want for our loved ones.

We offer an attractive and equitable compensation package including a comprehensive benefits package, a Defined Benefit Pension (DBP) plan, and insurance protection. We also offer discounts from choice providers on a variety of products and services.

The Ottawa Hospital provides various Health and Wellness resources as well as opportunities for personal and professional development opportunities from our in-house Learning and Leadership Development team to help align your goals with your career objectives.

The Ottawa Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing an inclusive work environment. Candidates are encouraged to request accommodations throughout all stages of the recruitment process. These accommodation requests will be kept confidential. To request an accommodation or if you have any questions regarding accessibility, please contact [e-mail].