Job Description

Location:
Anesthesia Services
Respiratory Therapy ~ Saint John Regional Hospital ~ Saint John ~ Horizon Health Network ~ Health Network
Language requirement:
English Essential
Schedule:
Subject to change due to operational requirements
Job Classification:
Anesthesia Assistant (RT20)
Job Classification Type:
MSP
JOB PURPOSE
The Anesthesia Assistant is responsible for providing routine and specialized duties under the supervision of an anesthesiologist.
QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a graduate of an approved training program for Registered Respiratory Therapists or an approved program for Registered Nurses and must have successfully completed an approved Anesthesia Assistant's training program.
• Must be licensed and a member in good standing of the New Brunswick Association of Respiratory Therapists or the New Brunswick Association of Registered Nurses.
• Ability to attend work on a regular basis.
• Ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Good work record.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Anesthesia Assistant is responsible for:

• Assisting in the preparation of patients for surgery including preoperative assessments
• Performing or assisting with airway maintenance including intubation
• Inserting radial arterial lines and peripheral intravenous lines
• Monitoring and documenting physiological status for patients receiving intravenous sedation, regional anesthesia or general anesthesia
• Administering pharmacological agents, medications, fluids and blood products
• Performing delegated functions under supervision of an anesthesiologist

COMPETENCIES IDENTIFIED BY HORIZON HEALTH NETWORK:

• Attention to Detail
• Interpersonal Relations
• Mentoring
• Patient/Client Focus
• Planning and Prioritizing Work
• Results Orientation
• Teamwork and Collaboration

Interested? Apply Today!
Horizon Health Network (Horizon) only accepts on-line applications.
About Horizon's Recruitment Process
We thank all applicant who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply as an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
Horizon's recruitment screening process may include language proficiency testing, clerical testing and/or behavioral assessment. If you are selected for testing, you will be contacted via the email address provided on your application. The official results will be shared with the candidate, Human Resources and the requesting manager electronically and language results will be placed on the personnel file for Horizon's hiring purposes.
Diversity Statement
Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.