Anesthesia Assistant

Position Summary

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist in the patient's care during induction by administering prescribed anesthetic agents as directed by the Anesthesiologist and/or through medical directives, monitoring for side effects and treatment effectiveness, and assessing the patient’s physiological condition throughout the anesthesia process.
• Provide diagnostic data to the Anesthesiologist or Surgeon, including blood gases, pulse oximetry, transcutaneous monitoring, and end tidal Carbon Dioxide (CO2).
• Support the preparation of the patient for surgery by completing the pre-operative assessment, inserting necessary lines and tubes (such as intravenous, nasogastric and endotracheal), and ensuring proper patient positioning.
• Ensure appropriate performance and maintenance of anesthesia related equipment
• Assisting and monitoring patients in an anesthesia block room

Mandatory Qualifications

• Advanced Diploma in Respiratory Therapy or an Undergraduate degree in Nursing plus a current certification as a Certified Clinical Anesthesia Assistant required
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario or the College of Nurses of Ontario required
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred
• Current Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years current experience in the Anesthesia Assistant role in operating room required
• 3- 5 years’ experience as a Registered Respiratory Therapist or Registered Nurse in a Critical Care/Emergency department or Operating Room
• Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across all levels of the organization
• Criminal Record Check required
• Safety (patient, worker & workplace) is a BCHS Corporate Priority. The successful applicant will demonstrate good stewardship in the identification, reporting and mitigation of unsafe acts or conditions.

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