Overview Anaesthesia Assistant - Peace Arch Hospital
We are currently hiring for Casual Anaesthesia Assistants to join our Operating Room team at Peace Arch Hospital located in White Rock, B.C.
Salary
The salary range for this position is CAD $42.27 - $52.81 / hour
Job Summary
Join to apply for the Anaesthesia Assistant - Peace Arch Hospital role at Fraser Health Authority . Fraser Health offers opportunities for growth opportunities and advancement and competitive benefits.

Four weeks of vacation to start

Comprehensive 100% employer paid benefits

Immediate enrollment in a defined municipal pension plan

87% maternity top-up

50% subsidy on Translink passes

We invite you to apply today and find out why employees recommend Fraser Health to their friends as an exceptional place to work. We are committed to planetary health, value diversity, and maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust.

Detailed Overview
In accordance with established standards of practice and guidelines, works under the direct clinical supervision of the Anaesthesiologist to provide technical support and clinical assistance in the induction, maintenance and recovery phases of anaesthesia, including monitoring physiological responses of patients during surgery. Maintains, operates and calibrates anesthesiology, cell-saving and related equipment; maintains measurements and equipment recordings; documents procedures performed on individual patients by Anaesthetic Assistants, maintains records, records and enters data/information into database. As an integrated surgical team member, participates on clinical committees, anaesthesiology research and special projects.

Responsibilities

Provides diagnostic and therapeutic services under clinical direction of the Anaesthesiologist by assisting with and/or performing duties involving:

Pre- induction

Arterial line catheterization

Endotracheal Intubation

Central line insertion

Autotransfusion (cell saver)

Pulmonary artery catheter insertion

Setting up and assisting with insertion and taping of epidurals

Assists in other areas such as Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), CT, Angio, as required

Performs and/or assists with arterial punctures, blood sampling from arterial lines, airway management and assists Anaesthesiologist with difficult intubations





Under Anaesthesiologist direction, checks and administers blood products to meet patient requirements utilizing rapid infusion equipment

Monitors patient vital signs pre and post transfusion for adverse reactions

Performs cell saving and blood salvaging functions during surgery as requested

Administers inhaled medications; monitors airways; adjusts ventilation modalities; sets up monitoring systems

Administers prescribed pharmacological agents under direct supervision; assists with anaesthetic blocks and conscious sedation; monitors efficacy and complications

Provides diagnostic data for Anaesthesiologist (ABG sampling, PFT, exhaled gas monitoring, vital signs, ECG)

Responds to airway emergencies and cardiac arrests in OR and PACU

Provides anaesthetic care in urgent situations following guidelines during temporarily absent Anaesthesiologist

Initiates and provides ventilatory support in PACU and communicates care plans for long-term ventilation

Provides peri-operative support for pacemaker procedures and related monitoring

Assists with fiber optic bronchoscopy and intubations, including equipment prep and verification

Provides clinical education for Respiratory Therapy students and paramedics

Provides orientation/education related to anaesthesia equipment to health professionals and students

Performs routine maintenance and minor repairs on anesthetic and cell saving equipment

Maintains and calibrates anesthesia-related equipment across hospital areas

Maintains documentation of procedures and co-signs anaesthetic records

Participates in professional committees and quality improvement discussions

Contributes to anaesthesiology research and special projects

Assists with transfer of ventilated and monitored patients

Maintains and develops professional knowledge through education and training

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education and Experience





Graduation from an accredited post-graduate diploma Anaesthesia Assistant Program.

Graduation from a recognized School of Respiratory Therapy Diploma Program plus three years of recent related clinical experience, including one year of recent experience as an Anaesthesia Assistant, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Eligible for membership with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) and the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapy (BCSRT).

Current certification in CPR, ACLS, and NRP.

Skills and Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of current anesthesia assistant theory and practice

Broad knowledge of Canadian Anesthesiologist Society clinical practice guidelines for Anesthesia Assistants

Ability to plan and implement anesthesia-related plans of care

Ability to assess client responses to care and respond appropriately

Ability to adjust to new or unexpected events

Effective verbal and written communication

Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others

Knowledge of research process and methodology

Ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others

CPR skills

Computer skills and use of computerized patient care information system

Proficiency with related medical equipment and supplies

Physical ability to perform the duties of the position

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations, with 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region. We value diversity, respect, caring and trust, and are committed to planetary health and equitable hiring practices.

Together, we are the heart of health care.

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Seniority level : Entry level
Employment type : Full-time
Job function : Health Care Provider
Industries : Hospitals and Health Care

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📌 Anaesthesia Assistant - Peace Arch Hospital (British Columbia)
🏢 Fraser Health Authority
📍 British Columbia