Anesthesia Assistant

Job summary

The Anesthesia Assistant provides support to operating and procedure rooms by assisting with general, regional, or local anesthesia and procedural sedation. They perform clinical assessments, monitor patient stability, and initiate necessary interventions under the supervision of an Anesthesiologist.

Job details

Overview and Purpose of the Role Reporting directly to the Manager, OR & PACU this role will participate in the care of patients undergoing general, regional or local anesthetic or procedural sedation under the direct supervision and/or immediate availability of the Anesthesiologist. Key Duties & Responsibilities: * Provide Anesthesia Assistant support to all Operating and Procedure rooms and related services where anesthesia may be involved at Schroder Ambulatory Centre. * Participates in the anesthetic care of surgical patients undergoing general, regional or local anesthesia or procedural sedation. * Under the direction and supervision of the responsible Anesthesiologist, performs assessments, monitor and initiate interventions required to maintain anesthesia, hemodynamic stability and hemostasis. * Perform clinical and technical duties in accordance to professional standards, Centre policies, medical directives and physician orders * Engage in critical thinking to assess patient's health status and identify issues in a timely manner to optimize care delivery. * Actively participate within the interdisciplinary health care team as a reflective practitioner. * Utilize evidence-based practice as a base in the promotion of professional accountability. * Provide safe, competent and ethical anesthesia care. * Maintain clinical competence and knowledge base through continued education and lifelong learning. * Perform additional duties and undertake special projects as assigned. Corporate Responsibilities: * Participate in all mandatory training requirements and work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, company Policies and Procedures, as well as established industry guidelines. Education, Skills & Qualifications: * Completion of an accredited Anesthesia Assistant Basic and Advanced Education program including hands on practicum in an affiliated Health Care Center. * Bachelor Degree in Health Sciences. * Registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario or College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario. * Previous experience in a peri-operative environment an asset. * Current certification in ACLS. * Experience with advanced airway management, including fiberoptic intubations and other difficult airway adjuncts * Capable of teaching and mentoring students/new hires in the OR setting/satellite areas. * Excellent clinical and technical abilities * Demonstrate a high level of maturity, independence, and self-motivation * Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to function effectively in a multi-disciplinary team setting * Excellent verbal and written communication skills * Satisfactory passing of a criminal record check/vulnerable sector check * Provide proof of Immunization and TB records Join Our Team: Schroeder Ambulatory Centre is a non-profit medical facility dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for Ontarians through accessible, outpatient healthcare. The Centre will offer a comprehensive range of clinical, diagnostic, and surgical services in alignment with its mission to reduce pain, improve mobility, and streamline healthcare delivery. In collaboration with hospital and academic partners, Schroeder Ambulatory Centre aims to strengthen public health capacity and drive innovation in care, ensuring a more efficient and compassionate healthcare experience for the community. At Schroeder Ambulatory Centre, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process due to a disability or medical condition, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met in a respectful and confidential manner. We appreciate all applications; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This posting is for a current vacancy.

What you’ll do

The Anesthesia Assistant provides support to operating and procedure rooms by assisting with general, regional, or local anesthesia and procedural sedation. They perform clinical assessments, monitor patient stability, and initiate necessary interventions under the supervision of an Anesthesiologist.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor Degree in Health Sciences and have completed an accredited Anesthesia Assistant program with a hands-on practicum. Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario or the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario and ACLS certification are mandatory.

Listed skills

• independence · Preferred
• Dedicated · Preferred
• Technical · Preferred
• Clinical Assessments · Preferred
• Collaboration · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Compliance · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Supervision · Preferred
• Diagnostic · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Anesthesia assistance
• Patient assessment
• Hemodynamic monitoring
• Advanced airway management
• Fiberoptic intubation
• Critical thinking
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Evidence-based practice
• Clinical documentation
• Mentoring
• Hemostasis management
• Procedural sedation
• Peri-operative care
• Surgical Services
• Healthcare Industry Knowledge
• Accountability
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Compassion
• Self-Motivation
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
• Airway Management
• Anesthesia
• Anesthesiology
• Teaching
• Respiratory Therapy
• Communication
• Computerized Physician Order Entry
• Procedural Sedation And Analgesia
• Critical Thinking
• Evidence-Based Practice
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Health Sciences
• Hemodynamics (Fluid Mechanics)
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Lifelong Learning
• Local Anesthesia
• Mentorship
• Post-Anesthesia Care Unit
• Practicum

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Anesthesia Assistant
• Surgical Assistant
• Health Care Assistants
• Surgical Assistants