Posted 4 months ago
Anesthesia Assistant
@ Interior Health Authority
Kelowna, British Columbia
Overview
Interior Health Authority is hiring a casual Anesthesia Assistant for Kelowna General Hospital to support anesthesiologists across induction, maintenance and recovery. The role covers airway management, invasive procedures, patient monitoring and equipment care. Work is per diem, days and evenings as needed, on shifts from 06:00 to 22:00.
Responsibilities:
- Support anesthesiologists across induction, maintenance and recovery
- Assist with airway management, invasive procedures and patient monitoring
- Prepare and administer medications under direction
- Operate, maintain and troubleshoot anesthesia equipment
- Manage ventilated patients and assist with emergency interventions
Requirements summary:
- Accredited post-graduate Anesthesia Assistant diploma
- Current certified clinical anesthesia assistant (CCAA)
- CSRT registered or associate member in good standing
- Eligible for CAS and BCSAA membership
- Current CPR, ACLS and NRP certificates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-06-28
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-09
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Job details
| Department | Allied health |
| Schedule | day, evening |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | CCAA, CSRT, CPR, ACLS, NRP |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Anesthesia Assistant |
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Interior Health Authority
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Full company description
With the help of our staff and physicians, Interior Health is proud to deliver high-quality health-care services to the communities and visitors of the Southern Interior of British Columbia. We strive to set new standards of excellence in the delivery of health services in the province of B.C. and our mission is to promote healthy lifestyles and provide needed health services in a timely, caring and efficient manner, to the highest professional and quality standards. Our uniqueness is in who we are and where we are. Our geographical location offers the choice of an active urban lifestyle or quiet rural setting. Whether you’re in clinical care, management, or in a supporting role, your impact will be felt. Your passion and motivation combined with our commitment to set new standards of excellence makes Interior Health the right choice for you. We thrive as a direct result of state-of-the-art equipment, forwarding thinking and strong leadership. We are here for your whole life from career choices to family benefits to work/life balance. At Interior Health there is always room to grow.
- LinkedIn followers
- 44,807
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 10,028
- Reported office locations
- 505 Doyle Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia V1Y 0C5, CA
- Other recorded names
- Interior Health Authority
- Specialties
- Health Care
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With the help of our staff and physicians, Interior Health is proud to deliver high-quality health-care services to the communities and visitors of the Southern Interior of British Columbia. We strive to set new standards of excellence in the delivery of health services in the province of B.C. and our mission is to promote healthy lifestyles and provide needed health services in a timely, caring and efficient…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Kelowna, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 2001 |
| Specialties | Health Care |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1,359 |
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We are hiring for a Casual Anesthesia Assistant for the Kelowna General Hospital. Join our welcoming team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others!
Days of Work: days and evenings as needed
Shift times/Hours of work: 06:00-14:00, 07:00-15:00 and 14:00-22:00
What we offer:
We are one of B.C.’s top employers and offer welcoming workplaces with a range of benefits and policies to support you at every stage of your career.
About the role:
The Anesthesia Assistant to support anesthesiologists in the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care across all phases of anesthesia, including induction, maintenance, and recovery. This role combines advanced clinical and technical responsibilities, such as assisting with airway management, invasive procedures, and patient monitoring; preparing and administering medications under direction; and operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting anesthesia equipment. The successful candidate will monitor patient status, support complex procedures (e.g., fibre-optic intubation, bronchoscopy), assist with emergency interventions, and help manage ventilated patients. Additional responsibilities include equipment quality assurance, inventory management, participation in quality improvement initiatives, and providing education to staff. This position requires strong clinical judgment, technical expertise, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based operating room environment.
About us:
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.
About this location:
Kelowna is a vibrant and fast-growing city that offers so much for professionals and families to enjoy. A wide array of shopping and business, dining options, golfing, tons of hiking and biking trails, amazing beaches on Okanagan Lake, and world-class winter sports. Live, work and play where others only vacation!
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).
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