Anesthesia Assistant

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare. Don’t miss a great opportunity to join our award‑winning organization. SickKids has been voted one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for the 10th year in a row. We’ve been recognized as a top employer for young people, a top family friendly employer, and a top employer in the GTAWe are looking for a qualified Anesthesia Assistant to join our team As an Anesthesia Assistant you will participate in the care of pediatric patients undergoing general, regional or procedural sedation under the direct supervision and/or immediate availability of the Anesthesiologist. Within a collaborative practice agreement, you provide hands‑on anesthesia and procedural sedation care for pediatric patients across the pre‑, intra‑ and immediate postoperative periods, practicing with a high degree of clinical autonomy alongside anesthesiologists. As an Anesthesia Assistant, you are authorized to practice within your respective scope of practice as a regulated health professional (RN or RT) and may perform duties beyond your scope of practice under medical directives. You provide high‑quality anesthesia and procedural sedation care for pediatric patients in the OR, Sedation Unit, and satellite locations such as Diagnostic Imaging and Hematology/Oncology procedure areas, collaborating closely with anesthesiologists. You are a key provider of moderate to deep sedation for procedures across the hospital.Here’s What You’ll LoveContributing to high‑quality, compassionate care for children and their familiesThis position is eligible for employee benefits coverage including but not limited to health, dental and life insurance. The full benefits package will be discussed at the time of offer.This position is eligible to enroll in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP). You can learn more about HOOPP’s plan features by reviewing The HOOPP Handbook.A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well‑being Strategy. Self‑care helps us support others.A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.A culture of safety for both the patient and staffBeing a part of the expert interprofessional care team driving hospital wide changes and beyondAn academic and learning environment, awards and bursaries, mentoring programs, and a focus on continuous improvementHere’s What You’ll Get To DoAssess patients' clinical status, anticipate peri‑anesthesia issues, and respond promptly to changes in conditionActively participate within the interdisciplinary health care team as a reflective practitionerUtilize evidence‑based practiceIndependently assess, plan, and deliver anesthesia and procedural sedation care while collaborating closely with anesthesiologistsProvide safe, competent and ethical anesthesia careMaintain clinical competence and knowledge base through continued education and lifelong learningHere’s What You’ll NeedSuccessful completion of an accredited Anesthesia Assistant programCertified Clinical Anesthesia Assistant (CCAA) credentialsA member in good standing with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (CRTO) or the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)Minimum of 2 years of recent critical care experiencePrevious Anesthesia Assistant or peri‑operative experience preferredExcellent clinical, technical, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary teamA commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity & inclusionEmployment Type: Full‑Time – 1.00 FTESickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.Technical difficulties? Email ask.hr@sickkids.ca with a short description of the issues you are experiencing. We will not accept resumes sent to this inbox but we are happy to respond to requests for technical assistance.Tip: Combine your cover letter and resume into ONE document of 20 pages or less as you cannot upload multiple documents as part of your application.Every application is reviewed by a human recruiter and all hiring decisions are made by people. In some cases, AI‑assisted tools are used to help review applications based on job‑related qualifications.All positions posted on the SickKids Hospital’s Careers Site represent current vacancies unless otherwise posted in the job description. #J-18808-Ljbffr