Anesthesia Assistant — Collaborative OR Care Partner

Brant Community Healthcare System; Brantford; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) in Brantford, Ontario, seeks an Anesthesia Assistant to work with the anesthesia team under physician supervision. The role involves patient monitoring before, during, and after surgery, and assisting with anesthesia administration and equipment management.

The ideal candidate holds an advanced diploma or nursing degree with certification as a Certified Clinical Anesthesia Assistant and is licensed in Ontario. BCLS is required; ACLS/PALS are preferred.

Qualifications

• Advanced Diploma in Respiratory Therapy or an Undergraduate degree in Nursing and current certification as a Certified Clinical Anesthesia Assistant.
• Registered and in good standing with the appropriate regulatory college.
• Current BCLS certification; ACLS and PALS preferred.
• Minimum 2 years in the Anesthesia Assistant role in operating room; 3–5 years as RRT or RN in critical care/emergency/OR.

Responsibilities

• Assist during induction by administering anesthetic agents as directed and monitor patient condition.
• Provide diagnostic data to anesthesia team (blood gases, pulse oximetry, transcutaneous monitoring, end-tidal CO2).
• Support pre-operative assessment and prepare patient for surgery (lines/tubes, positioning).
• Ensure proper performance and maintenance of anesthesia equipment; assist in anesthesia block room.

Education

Advanced Diploma in Respiratory Therapy or Undergraduate degree in Nursing

Certified Clinical Anesthesia Assistant

Strong organizational

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) in Brantford, Ontario, seeks an Anesthesia Assistant to work with the anesthesia team under physician supervision. The role involves patient monitoring before, during, and after surgery, and assisting with anesthesia administration and equipment management.

The ideal candidate holds an advanced diploma or nursing degree with certification as a Certified Clinical Anesthesia Assistant and is licensed in Ontario. BCLS is required; ACLS/PALS are preferred.