Anesthesia Assistant (10484)

Oak Valley Health; Markham; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in York Region is seeking a skilled Anesthesia Assistant to provide clinical support in various perioperative settings. The ideal candidate will have experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist and possess strong communication and critical thinking skills. This role involves assisting anesthesiologists in delivering patient care, ensuring safety and compliance with professional standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in an Anesthesia Assistant role preferred.
• 2 years in Critical Care or Operating Room, and at least 3 years as a Registered Respiratory Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Provides supervised general anesthetic care for patients.
• Participates in teaching students during their OR clinical rotation.
• Performs other technical duties as directed by the Anesthesiologist.

Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Prioritization

Education

Advanced Anesthesia Assistant Certificate Program

Registered Respiratory Therapist

Job description

This role is an expanded role of a Registered Respiratory Therapist and requires completion of an accredited Anesthesia Assistant program. Your goal in this position is to provide clinical and technical support and respiratory therapy to patients in perioperative areas, Labour and Delivery, MRI, Outpatient Procedure Suites and other related areas where anesthesia may be involved, under the direct supervision of an Anesthesiologist.

Who you are

You embody Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage. You are patient and/or client-centered, performing at an exemplary standard. You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking, and prioritization skills.

Schedule

The successful candidate should be available to work 8-hour day or night shifts, Monday through Sunday and holidays. Please note schedule may change due to operational needs.

Compensation

Band G : $ - $ per hour

Responsibilities

Performance

Practices in accordance with the standards of practice and guidelines as outlined by the Canadian Anesthesiologists Society (CAS). Participates in teaching students during their OR clinical rotation. Demonstrates proficiency in intravenous and arterial line insertion and is responsible for establishing and maintaining IV / arterial access and administration of anesthesia-related medications.

Patient care

Provides supervised general anesthetic care for patients in various perioperative settings. Provides anesthetic sedation care for outpatient procedures. Under the supervision of the Anesthesiologist, performs assessments, monitors, and initiates interventions to maintain anesthesia, hemodynamic stability, and hemostasis.

Assist

Participates in the anesthetic care of surgical patients undergoing various types of anesthesia. Provides Anesthesia Assistant support across all related services including PACU, Block Room, OPS, Interventional Radiology, Labour and Delivery, etc. Assists during the three stages of anesthesia: induction, maintenance, and emergence.

Support

Performs other technical duties as directed by the Anesthesiologist. Provides after-hours support in perioperative settings, in accordance with professional standards, hospital policies, and physician orders.

Quality assurance

Proficient in airway management and manual ventilation, with or without an advanced airway. Provides respiratory therapy services including ventilator management, high-flow oxygen therapy, and inhalation therapies. Participates in patient transfer and transportation, ensuring appropriate monitoring and interventions.

Requirements

Qualifications

Registered Respiratory Therapist in good standing with the CRTO, or College of Nurses of Ontario. Completion of an Advanced Anesthesia Assistant Certificate Program. Current BCLS, ACLS, NRP certifications (PALS preferred).

Experience

Minimum 1 year in an Anesthesia Assistant role preferred, with 2 years in Critical Care or Operating Room, and at least 3 years as a Registered Respiratory Therapist. Knowledge of CRTO standards and RHPA legislation is required.

Initiative

Demonstrates commitment to a safe workplace, working in compliance with policies, legislation, and completing mandatory training.