Staff Anesthesia Assistant

Position Summary
Joining us at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH) you’ll have a crucial role in assisting Anesthesiologists with patient preparation, anesthesia induction, maintenance, and recovery.

We are seeking a detailed-oriented, team-focused Anesthesia Assistant (AA) with expertise in anestheisa procedures and patient care to join the KBRH surgical team. This position involves preparing, testing, and maintaining anesthesia equipment and supplies, as well as performing a range of invasive and non-invasive procedures. The AA will assist with airway management, IV medication administration, and patient monitoring during surgical procedures. Key responsibilities include performing diagnostic tests, assisting with sedation and anesthesia in various settings, and supporting anesthesia providers in a variety of procedures such as fiber-optic intubation and pacemaker support. The role requires a strong understanding of anesthesia equipment, patient care, and emergency response protocols. Additionally, the position demands proficiency in monitoring vital signs, ensuring the safe and efficient management of patients through all stages of anesthesia. Days of work are Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays; 09:30 to 17:30 hours.

Looking for complimentary employment as a Respiratory Therapist?
KBRH’s Respiratory Therapy services include Ventilator and AW management, High Acuity Response Team, Code Blue Team, Code Pink Team, Critical Care Outreach Team, Wards/Emergency Department coverage, NICU coverage, and High Risk Delivery attendance.

What we offer:
We offer welcoming workplaces along with a range of benefits, services and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

• Applicable positions may qualify for up to $20,000 as a recruitment incentive.
• Competitive pay and shift premiums
• Generous relocation assistance for eligible positions
• Employer-paid vacation starting at 4 weeks
• Employer-paid insurance, health and dental benefits
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Education and development opportunities

About Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital | A full-service, acute-care hospital offering comprehensive medical services to residents and visitors of the Trail, Kootenay and Boundary areas. The hospital serves a large geographic region, which includes small communities and remote areas, making it an essential healthcare hub for the region. Surgical services include General, Orthopedic, OB/Gyn, ENT, Plastics, Urology and Ophthalmology. Labour Analgesia service provides for approximately 300 deliveries per year, an epidural rate of 15%. Anesthesia Consultation Clinic and Acute Pain Management in place.

About us | At Interior Health, we’re proud to be a Canada’s Top 100 Employer. We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region. From hiking to skiing to lakeside living, your work-life balance has never looked this good.

Connect with our Recruiter for further information: Careers@interiorhealth.ca

Qualfications
Completion of an accredited post-graduate Anesthesia Assistant diploma program. Current certified clinical anesthesia assistant (CCAA). Registered or associate member in good standing with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapy (CSRT). Eligible for membership in the Canadian Anesthesia Society (CAS), eligible for membership in the BC Society of Anesthesia Assistants (BCSAA).

Current certificates in CPR, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).