Posted 5 days ago
Anaesthesia Technician - Anaesthesia
@ Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Overview
Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health is hiring a permanent full-time Anaesthesia Technician to prepare, operate and check out anaesthesia equipment and supplies, and assist anaesthesiologists during procedures. The role involves shift work on weekdays and weekends, at 75 hours biweekly, paid $31.13 to $35.08 per hour. Candidates need an anaesthesia technology certificate or diploma and BLS-C (HCP) certification.
Pay:
$31.13–$36.30 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Prepare, operate and check out anaesthesia equipment and supplies
- Apply supplies and monitoring equipment to patients
- Assist anaesthesiologists during sterile procedures
- Infuse fluids under direct supervision
- Provide services inside and outside the operating room
Requirements summary:
- Certificate or diploma in anaesthesia technology
- BLS-C (HCP) required
- Ability to communicate effectively with medical professionals
- Capable of responding to emergencies
- Reliable and able to act independently
- French preferred
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-05
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Hours per week | 37.5 |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English, French |
| Licences & certifications | BLS-C (HCP) |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples, Racialized people, Newcomers to Canada, People with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ |
| Education | Trade certificate (required) |
| Fields of study | Anaesthesia Technology |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan |
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Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health
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Full company description
We are Nova Scotia Health. We are rural and urban. We are in hospitals, health centres and community. We serve individuals and communities from Yarmouth to Cape Breton, from Amherst to Halifax, and everything in between. We are researchers and learners, looking for new ways to prevent and treat disease and maintain health. We are partners – with community groups, schools, government, foundations and auxiliaries, community health boards and, most importantly, with you. Most of all, we are a community of caring, compassionate people who care deeply about health, healing and learning. Together with you, we will create a healthier Nova Scotia. Mission: Working together to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning Vision: Healthy people, healthy communities – for generations
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- 59,470
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 10,666
- Reported office locations
- 1276 South Park Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3H 2Y9, CA
- Business categories
- Hospital
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- Other recorded names
- Nova Scotia Healthcare System
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
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- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
We are Nova Scotia Health. We are rural and urban. We are in hospitals, health centres and community. We serve individuals and communities from Yarmouth to Cape Breton, from Amherst to Halifax, and everything in between. We are researchers and learners, looking for new ways to prevent and treat disease and maintain health. We are partners – with community groups, schools, government, foundations and auxiliaries…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Halifax, Nova Scotia |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 2015 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 225 |
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Req ID: 229110
Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII
Department: OPCZ PERI Anaesthesia Admin
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: NSGEU Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 19-Nov-26
About the Opportunity
The Anesthesia Technician is an integral member of the health care team, providing skilled technical assistance perioperatively, while maintaining a safe and aseptic environment through the adherence of safety regulations and standards. This individual is responsible for the preparation, functional operation and check out of all anesthesia equipment and supplies. They are knowledgeable about patient safety and the aspects of its practice in the operating room environment. The Anesthesia Technician will provide services within the Victoria General Hospital and Halifax Infirmary sites within and outside the operating room environment as required. The position requires shift work and services are provided weekdays and weekends.
Additionally, the Anesthesia Technician provides technical assistance to the Anesthesiologists with the application of supplies and monitoring equipment to the patient for all anesthesia procedures, including all hemodynamic monitoring lines, critical care monitors and life support equipment.
Further, the Technician provides a second pair of hands during sterile procedures, adjusting controls and passing supplies into the sterile field, infusing fluids under direct supervision, while maintaining a watchful eye on the anesthesia delivery equipment. This individual is trained to expect the unexpected and react appropriately.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- Successful completion of a certificate/diploma program in Anesthesia Technology
- BLS-C (HCP) is required
- Ability to communicate effectively with medical professionals is essential
- Capable of responding to emergency situations providing continuous assistance during stressful procedures
- Reliable, self-starter capable of independent action
- Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
- Permanent Full-time Position; 75 Hours Bi-weekly
- Shifts may include days, evenings or on-call coverage
Compensation and Benefits
$31.13 - $35.08 Hourly
$36.30 hourly with 25 years of service with the employer
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health
Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.
From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.
Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
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