Anesthesia Assistant, Perioperative Services, Operating Room – Permanent Part-Time (0.5)

CHEO; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CHEO in Ottawa is seeking an Anesthesia Assistant to provide anesthesia and sedation support within the Anesthesia Care Team. You will prepare equipment, set up IV lines, monitor patients, and assist with induction, airway management, and perioperative care for pediatric patients.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills, CRTO/CSRT eligibility, and BCLS certification; bilingual (French/English) is preferred. Work will be based on-site at CHEO with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Interpersonal and collaborative practice skills are essential.
• Commitment to continuing education and independent learning.
• Bilingual (French/English) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work within the Anesthesia Care Team to provide anesthesia and sedation for CHEO patients.
• Prepare, maintain equipment and provide technical support for anesthetic care.
• Set up intravenous lines, invasive monitoring sets, and anesthetic medications.
• Assist with induction of anesthesia and airway management under supervision.
• Monitor patient during anesthesia and recovery and interpret parameters.
• Assist with cardiac surgery and catheterization cases as required.
• Administer blood and blood products as required.
• Coordinate transport for patients for procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Vulnerable Sector Check

CRTO / CSRT eligibility

BCLS certification

CRTO active member

Clinical Anesthesia Assistant Certification

Job description

Compensation Pay Range:

$43.74-$54.08

Job Description:

Ottawa is built on un-ceded Algonquin Anishinaabe territory. The peoples of the Algonquin Anishinabek Nation have lived on this territory for millennia and we honour them and this land. Their culture and presence have nurtured and continue to nurture this land. CHEO also honours all First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and their valuable past and present contributions to this land.

CHEO is one of the few stand-alone, global leaders in pediatric health and is home to more than 6,500 staff, clinicians, scientists and researchers, as well as volunteers – all of whom work together to help children and youth achieve their best lives. Within its own walls and through partnerships with community providers, CHEO has transformed from a 20th century acute care hospital into a 21st century integrated child and youth health system.

Ranked in the top 1% of Canadian hospitals for the digitization of its clinical infrastructure, CHEO combines excellence in clinical care, research, and education to advance seamless care that’s provided where, when, and how it is needed. CHEO's Research Institute is dedicated to world-class clinical, translational, and basic science research covering a wide range of children's health concerns. CHEO has been named Canada's best health-care employer by Forbes in 2024, 2025 and 2026 and is ranked second among Canadian hospitals on its list of Canada's Best Employers for multiple consecutive years. For the 14th consecutive year in a row, the editors of Canada's Top 100 Employers has recognized CHEO as a top employer in the National Capital Region. Every year CHEO helps more than 500,000 children and youth from Eastern Ontario, western Quebec, Nunavut and Northern Ontario.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Anesthesia Assistant possesses a variety of clinical and technical skills which supports the physicians in the delivery of anesthetic care and sedation needs within the hospital.

The successful candidate will:

• Work within the Anesthesia Care Team to provide anesthesia and sedation for CHEO patients.
• Prepare, maintain equipment and provide technical support for anesthetic care;
• Set up intravenous lines, invasive monitoring sets, and anesthetic medications.
• Performs activities such as the provision of conscious sedation, administration of anesthetic gases and medications, insertion and management of arterial lines and assessment of depth of anesthesia under the supervision of the Anesthesiologist and under the authority of medical directives
• Assist with the induction of anesthesia, placement of monitors, intravenous cannulation, arterial and central venous line insertion, drug administration, airway management, intubation, laryngeal mask airway placement, and positioning of the patient.
• Assist with the monitoring of the patient during anesthesia and recovery; drug administration; interpret parameters and respond appropriately; draw blood specimens as required.
• Assist with the cardiac surgery and cardiac catheterization cases including preparation of vasoactive medications and provision of nitric oxide.
• Administer blood and blood products as required.
• Facilitate the transport needs for patients undergoing diagnostic or therapeutic procedures at CHEO and off site.
• Assist with specialized anesthetic techniques and difficult cases. (e.g., epidural insertion, spinal anesthetics for premature infants, anticipated difficult airways and other emergencies).
• Set up and monitor blood scavenging system for major surgery involving significant blood loss.
• Participate in Quality Management and Research initiatives
• Participate in the education of students and residents
• Participate in a rotation of shifts and call,
• Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Vulnerable Sector Check (Essential)
• Member of the College of Respiratory Therapy or the College of Nurses of Ontario (Essential)
• BCLS certification (Essential)
• Member in good standing with CRTO (essential)
• Member in good standing with CSRT (preferred)
• Clinical Anesthesia Assistant Certification required, or ability to obtain certification within two years from date of hire. (Essential)
• A minimum one-year experience as an Anesthesia Assistant preferred. Relevant experience and equivalencies may be considered.(Preferred)
• Pediatric critical care experience (Preferred)
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal and collaborative practice skills (Essential)
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education, including independent learning (Essential)
• Bilingual (French / English) (Preferred)

*Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). Please note that this position will be based out of Ottawa. Please note that location may be subject to change at any time at the discretion of the employer. All OPSEU members shall be granted an interview upon passing the pre-screening. Pre-screening might include testing.

Effective March 29, 2021, CHEO will conduct a more comprehensive pre-screening and evaluation process. This process may include more varied and multidimensional testing such as a written test, practical exam, or other assessment. All candidates who meet the essential and preferred qualifications may be tested.

Bilingualism (French/English) will be validated by a language proficiency assessment conducted by a third party provider. Candidates will be required to meet the minimum linguistic profile prior to the date of hire.

Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Please note you will be represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU).

CHEO values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process and welcome interest from all qualified applicants.

Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will