OverviewAnaesthesia Assistant - Peace Arch HospitalWe are currently hiring for Casual Anaesthesia Assistants to join our Operating Room team at Peace Arch Hospital located in White Rock, B.C.SalaryThe salary range for this position is CAD $42.27 - $52.81 / hourJob SummaryJoin to apply for the Anaesthesia Assistant - Peace Arch Hospital role at Fraser Health Authority. Fraser Health offers opportunities for career growth and advancement and competitive advantages.Four weeks of vacation to startComprehensive 100% employer paid benefitsImmediate enrollment in a defined municipal pension plan87% maternity top-up50% subsidy on Translink passesWe 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 OverviewIn 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.ResponsibilitiesProvides diagnostic and therapeutic services under clinical direction of the Anaesthesiologist by assisting with and/or performing duties involving:Pre- inductionArterial line catheterizationEndotracheal IntubationCentral line insertionAutotransfusion (cell saver)Pulmonary artery catheter insertionSetting up and assisting with insertion and taping of epiduralsAssists in other areas such as Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), CT, Angio, as requiredPerforms and/or assists with arterial punctures, blood sampling from arterial lines, airway management and assists Anaesthesiologist with difficult intubationsUnder Anaesthesiologist direction, checks and administers blood products to meet patient requirements utilizing rapid infusion equipmentMonitors patient vital signs pre and post transfusion for adverse reactionsPerforms cell saving and blood salvaging functions during surgery as requestedAdministers inhaled medications; monitors airways; adjusts ventilation modalities; sets up monitoring systemsAdministers prescribed pharmacological agents under direct supervision; assists with anaesthetic blocks and conscious sedation; monitors efficacy and complicationsProvides diagnostic data for Anaesthesiologist (ABG sampling, PFT, exhaled gas monitoring, vital signs, ECG)Responds to airway emergencies and cardiac arrests in OR and PACUProvides anaesthetic care in urgent situations following guidelines during temporarily absent AnaesthesiologistInitiates and provides ventilatory support in PACU and communicates care plans for long-term ventilationProvides peri-operative support for pacemaker procedures and related monitoringAssists with fiber optic bronchoscopy and intubations, including equipment prep and verificationProvides clinical education for Respiratory Therapy students and paramedicsProvides orientation/education related to anaesthesia equipment to health professionals and studentsPerforms routine maintenance and minor repairs on anesthetic and cell saving equipmentMaintains and calibrates anesthesia-related equipment across hospital areasMaintains documentation of procedures and co-signs anaesthetic recordsParticipates in professional committees and quality improvement discussionsContributes to anaesthesiology research and special projectsAssists with

📌 Anaesthesia Assistant - Peace Arch Hospital (White Rock)
🏢 Fraser Health Authority
📍 White Rock