SalaryThe salary range for this position is CAD $44.85 - $56.02 / hourJob SummaryFraser Health is the heart of health care for nearly two million people in 20 diverse communities from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to six Métis Chartered Communities.Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 45,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers dedicated to serving our patients, families, and communities.We are currently looking to fill some exciting opportunities forRelief Full Time – Anaesthesia Assistantsto join our team atAbbotsford Regional Hospital and Cancer Centrelocated inAbbotsford, BC. We hire great people for outstanding jobs and need your help to expand the ability to deliver prompt and professional service.Come work with us!Joining our team offers opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields, career growth and advancement, a competitive compensation package (including four weeks of vacation to start, comprehensive health benefits, and pension plan), and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every day in health care.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, we value diversity in the work force and seek to 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 (Computed Tomography), 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 equipment, in accordance with established transfusion practices. Monitors patient vital signs pre and post transfusion for adverse reactionsPerforms cell saving and blood salvaging functions during surgery as requested by Anaesthesiologist and surgeons by methods such as setting up and operating cell saver equipment to collect patient 's blood shed,



cleanse and recycle the elements of blood to the patient during surgeryAdministers inhaled medications such as bronchodilators, epinephrine, and xylocaine; monitors patient airways; adjusts ventilation modalities as required to ensure adequate patient ventilation and oxygenation. Assists and/or sets up all necessary accessory lines and sets up cardio/respiratory monitoring systemsAdministers prescribed pharmacological agents to patients under the direct supervision of the anaesthesiologist by performing duties such as drawing up prescribed drugs, observing patient for side effects and observing the efficacy of treatment during surgery and anesthesia administration to ensure patient is responding to drugs as prescribed; assists the Anaesthesiologist in anaesthetic block and conscious sedation procedures; monitors patientsfor effectiveness and complications of the procedureProvides diagnostic data for Anaesthesiologist by performing duties such as arterial blood gas sampling and point-of-care analysis, pulmonary function testing, exhaled gas monitoring, vital signs and pulse oximetry. Maintains hemodynamic measurements and recordings; performs ECG recordingsas requested by AnaesthesiologistResponds to and assists with airway emergencies requiring anesthesiology intervention and with cardiac arrests in the Operating Room (OR) and Post Anesthetic Care Unit (PACU) and other areas of the hospitalIn urgent/emergent situations, provides anaesthetic care to stable patients, following clear guidelines as directed by Anaesthesiologist, in the event of a temporary absence by the AnaesthesiologistInitiates and provides ventilatory support services for patients in PACU such as ventilatory and airway management, high flow oxygen therapy, specialty inhalational therapy; communicates withthe Anesthesiologist to develop a care plan for patients requiring long term ventilationProvides peri-operative support for pacemaker procedures, patient monitoring, operation of analyzer and completion of records. Supports procedures requiring auto transfusion equipment as requested by physician; performs quality control checks and maintains records per established standards and proceduresAssists clinically and technically with fiber optic bronchoscopy and intubations by performing tasks such as equipment preparation, calibration, and pre/post use operational verificationProvides clinical education for Respiratory Therapy students and paramedicsProvides general orientation/education related to anaesthesia equipment and procedures to medical/allied health professionals and students, as appropriate. Demonstrates equipment as requiredPerforms scheduled and routine maintenance and repairs on a variety of anesthetic and cell saving equipment or arranges repairs. Receives and assesses equipment, performs testing, and identifies malfunctions. Completes minor maintenance following manufactures and Canadian Standards Association (CSA)



guidelines and verifies vendor repairs with Biomedical Engineering Department to ensure equipment is operating in a safe and effective mannerMaintains and calibrates anesthesia related equipment throughout the hospital (OR, PACU, and FBU) in collaboration with the Biomedical Anaesthetic Gas Machines, Anaesthetic Ventilators, Anaesthetic Vaporizers, Anaesthetic Circuits, Anaesthetic Monitoring Equipment, Scavenging Equipment, Airway Management Equipment, Specialty Carts (bronch, difficult A/W, Paeds), Nerve Stimulators, Fluid Warmers, and Medical Gas Delivery SystemsMaintains documentation of procedures performed on individual patients by Anaesthesia Assistant Respiratory Therapist; co-signs the anaesthetic record sheet to acknowledge involvement in each case; maintains a variety of records by methods such as gathering information, entering data into computerized databases and/or recording information into approved formats and summarizing information into reportsAs a member of an integrated surgical team, participates on professional committees and teams by attending meetings, drafting/revising patient care documentation methods/forms for review by committee/team and providing input to promote improvements to client care and the efficient and safe operation of the areaParticipates in anaesthesiology research and special projects by methods such as collecting data, integrating and interpreting data, summarizing information, and/or providing updates for review and further analysis by the SupervisorAssists with the transfer and transportation of ventilated and monitored patients by monitoring respiratory status during transportMaintains and develops qualified knowledge by attending educational/training eventsPerforms other related duties as assignedQualificationsEducation and ExperienceGraduation from an accredited post-graduate diploma Anaesthesia Assistant Program.Graduation from a recognized School of Respiratory Therapy Diploma Program plus three (3) years ' recent related clinical experience, 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, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).Skills and AbilitiesComprehensive knowledge of current anesthesia assistant theory and practice.Broad knowledge of Canadian Anesthesiologist's Society clinical practice guidelines for Anesthesia Assistants.Demonstrated ability to plan and implement anesthesia related plans of care.Demonstrated ability to assess client responses to care, and to respond appropriately.Demonstrated ability to adjust to current or unexpected events.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others as a member of the interdisciplinary team.Broad knowledge of research process and methodology.Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use a computerized patient care information system.Demonstrated skill in the use of related medical equipment and supplies.Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Anaesthesia Assistant - C$44.9 - C$56.0 An Hour (Winnipeg)
🏢 Fraser Health
📍 Winnipeg