Anesthesia Assistant

Position Profile

Humber River Health. Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today.

Humber River Health is a multi-site organization serving a population of more than 850,000 people in the northwest Greater Toronto Area. The organization is a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and operates Hennick Humber Hospital, along with its Finch and Church campuses, supported by more than 5,000 employees, approximately 800 physicians, and over 600 volunteers.

Hennick Humber Hospital is North America’s first fully digital hospital. Through robotics and advanced technology, patients benefit from less pain, fewer complications, and shorter hospital stays. A custom combination of technology and clinical expertise supports a reimagined model of care focused on safety, efficiency, and improved outcomes. Its digital ecosystem includes automated laboratory services, medication management robotics, electronic health records, a Command Centre, computerized physician order entry, bedside computer terminals, and surgical tracking systems that keep families informed in real time.

These innovations enhance communication, improve efficiency, and create a more connected experience for patients and families.

This transformation has been made possible through the dedication of Humber’s staff, physicians, and volunteers. Together, they are united by a shared belief: the power to transform healthcare through innovation, collaboration, and excellence. With strong teams and a commitment to continuous improvement, Humber River Health continues to deliver Tomorrow’s Healthcare, Today.

Join our team of Anesthesia Assistants as we work together to deliver compassionate care that is responsive to the healthcare needs of our community.

At Humber River Health, we continue to advance the important role we play as we advocate for healthcare initiatives in the diverse community we serve. The Anesthesia Assistant will work within the Surgical Program to provide technical and clinical support to our patients and the surgical team.

Are you a compassionate Anesthesia Assistant who is focused on delivering high-quality, safe-care? If yes, we invite you to read the details below then apply.

Employment Status: Permanent Full Time Hours of Work: 8 hour shifts between 06:30 and 20:00 - subject to change as per Article HRH 2 – Management Rights Location: Hennick Humber Hospital , Wilson Site Labour Group: OPSEU 577 Reporting Relationship: Manager, Operating Room Hourly Rate: $49.88 - $60.69

Position Responsibilities

Practices in accordance with the standards of practice and guidelines as outlined by the Canadian Anaesthesiologists Society of Canada (CAS)

Works within a client and family centered care model and the vision and values of Humber River Health.

Provides technical support and clinical assistance with induction, maintenance and recovery phases of anesthesia by working both under the direct clinical supervision of the Anesthesiologist and as a member of an integrated surgical team.

Assists the Anaesthesiologist in developing and implementing the anesthesia care plan.

Monitors physiological responses of patients to the induction of anesthesia during surgery of anesthetic peripheral and neuraxial blocks before surgery.

Ensures effective and safe patient care by demonstrating continuous improvement, education and best practices.

Qualifications

Graduate from a recognized Anesthesia Assistant Program required

Registered member in good standing with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO) or the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) required

Undergraduate degree in a health-related field required , Masters preferred.

Current certification for Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Registered Nurse (RN) required

Current certification in BCLS and ACLS required

Comprehensive knowledge of current anesthesia assistant practice required

1-2 years current Operating Room experience as Anesthesia Assistant required , including but not limited to:

working within a client and family centered care model

providing technical support and clinical assistance with induction, maintenance and recovery phases of anesthesia by working both under the direct clinical supervision of the Anesthesiologist and as a member of an integrated surgical team

assisting the Anaesthesiologist in developing and implementing the anesthesia care plan

monitoring physiological responses of patients to the induction of anesthesia during surgery of anesthetic peripheral and neuraxial blocks before surgery

peripheral intravenous line insertion

arterial line insertion

intubation and laryngeal mask insertion

point of care testing

pre-anesthetic preparation, induction, maintenance, and alteration of anesthesia, administration of adjunctive treatment, emergence and continuity of care into and during the postoperative period (PACU)

ensuring effective and safe patient care by demonstrating continuous improvement, education and best practices

Paediatric experience preferred

PALS preferred

Demonstrated ability to

execute peripheral intravenous line insertion; arterial line insertion, intubation and laryngeal mask insertion, point of care testing

work within a patient/family-centered model of care

plan and implement plans of care in partnership with the patients, families and supervising Anaesthesiologist

execute safe and appropriate pre- anesthetic preparation, induction, maintenance, and alteration of anesthesia, administration of adjunctive treatment, emergence and continuity of care into and during the postoperative period(PACU)

provide block area assistance, monitoring and initiate appropriate intervention if complications arise

understand, test, calibrate and operate anesthesia equipment, including gas machines, endoscopes, Hemocue ,rapid infuser, pain pumps and others according to patient need

manage the anesthesia environment before a patient enters the room including checking and ensuring all needed equipment is present and working

work with and manag