Deliver anesthesia support with airway management and respiratory therapy at Oak Valley Health across perioperative and related care areas. Work under direct anesthesiologist supervision.
This expanded Anesthesia Assistant position provides clinical and technical support to patients in perioperative areas, Labour and Delivery, MRI, and outpatient procedure suites. You will support general, regional, and local anesthesia while following professional standards, hospital policies, medical directives, and physician orders. The role includes respiratory therapy and collaborative patient care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assess, monitor, and initiate anesthesia-related patient interventions
- Support induction, maintenance, and emergence phases
- Manage airways and provide manual ventilation
- Establish intravenous and arterial access
- Provide respiratory therapy services in PACU
Requirements:
- Complete an accredited Advanced Anesthesia Assistant program
- Hold CRTO or College of Nurses of Ontario registration
- Maintain current BCLS, ACLS, and NRP certifications
- Bring two years of Critical Care or Operating Room experience
- Have three years as a Registered Respiratory Therapist
Apply clinical expertise, airway management, and respiratory therapy skills as an Advanced Anesthesia Assistant at Oak Valley Health.
Advanced Anesthesia Assistant in Markham employer: Oak Valley Health
Oak Valley Health is an outstanding employer that prioritizes the well-being of its staff and the communities it serves. With a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, employees benefit from a collaborative work culture that fosters professional growth and leadership development. Located in Ontario, this community healthcare organization offers unique opportunities to shape the future of patient care while being part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional health services.
