Anesthesiologist Assistant

IntelliStaff Medical; Toronto; On-site; CAD 113,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

IntelliStaff Medical in Richmond Hill, Ontario is seeking an experienced Anesthesia Assistant to join our growing surgical team. You will support patients from pre-op through recovery, assisting with general, regional, and local anesthesia, as well as procedural sedation, under the supervision of anesthesiologists.

This role requires a Bachelor’s in Health Sciences and completion of an accredited Anesthesia Assistant program with practicum, plus a minimum of one year of clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences is required.
• Completion of an accredited Anesthesia Assistant education program with a clinical practicum.
• Minimum of one year of relevant clinical experience.
• Perioperative or surgical experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide anesthesia assistance in operating rooms and procedural areas.
• Assist physicians with patient assessments and anesthesia care.
• Maintain anesthesia equipment and supplies.
• Monitor patients before, during, and after anesthesia.
• Support advanced airway management and other clinical interventions.
• Assist with general, regional, and local anesthesia.
• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure patient safety.

Skills

Anesthesia practices

Airway management

Patient monitoring

Clinical judgement

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences

Accredited Anesthesia Assistant program + practicum

CNO/CRTO registration

ACLS certification

Tools

ACLS equipment familiarity

Anesthesia equipment knowledge

Job description

Location: Richmond Hill, Ontario
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Work Arrangement: On-site
Salary: $112,931 to $132,860 per year
Travel: None required

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Anesthesia Assistant to join its growing surgical team in Richmond Hill. Working closely with Anesthesiologists and other clinical professionals, you will support patients receiving general, regional and local anesthesia, as well as procedural sedation.

This position is ideal for a clinically confident professional who values patient safety, teamwork and evidence-based care. You will work across operating and procedure rooms, assisting with patient assessments, monitoring, advanced airway management and anesthesia-related interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide anesthesia assistance in operating rooms and procedural areas
• Assist Anesthesiologists with patient assessments and anesthesia care
• Prepare, inspect and maintain anesthesia equipment and supplies
• Monitor patients before, during and following anesthesia
• Support advanced airway management and other clinical interventions
• Assist with general, regional and local anesthesia
• Support patients receiving procedural sedation
• Recognize changes in patient condition and respond appropriately
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation
• Follow infection prevention, patient safety and professional practice standards
• Collaborate with Anesthesiologists, nurses, surgeons and other members of the multidisciplinary team
• Participate in quality improvement, education and clinical practice initiatives

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences
• Completion of an accredited Anesthesia Assistant education program and clinical practicum
• Minimum of one year of relevant clinical experience
• Perioperative or surgical experience is considered an asset

Registration and Certification

• Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) or College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO)
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Advanced airway management education and practical experience

Skills and Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of anesthesia practices, patient monitoring and airway management
• Sound clinical judgement and the ability to respond calmly in urgent situations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary surgical team
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
• Ability to manage competing clinical priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and ongoing professional development

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Competitive annual salary of $112,931 to $132,860
• Full-time, permanent employment
• No travel requirements
• Opportunity to join a growing surgical program
• Collaborative work with experienced Anesthesiologists and clinical professionals
• Meaningful involvement throughout the perioperative patient journey
• Convenient Richmond Hill location within the Greater Toronto Area

Candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada and meet all applicable Ontario registration requirements.