Posted 4 months ago
Anesthesia Assistant
@ Lakeridge Health
Ontario
Overview
Lakeridge Health is hiring a full-time Anesthesia Assistant for its Surgical Program in Oshawa and Ajax-Pickering. The role supports the Anesthesiologist in pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative care, including administering anesthetic agents under supervision and patient monitoring. Shifts run 8 and 12 hours across days, evenings and weekends, at $53.12 to $64.50 per hour under the OPSEU collective agreement.
Pay:
$53.12–$64.50 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Administer pharmacological agents under supervision or medical directive
- Assist with basic and advanced patient procedures
- Monitor patients through pre-, intra- and post-operative phases
- Provide anesthesia and critical care support
Requirements summary:
- Certified Clinical Anesthesia Assistant (CCAA)
- Anesthesia Assistant Graduate Certificate
- CRTO or CNO registration
- Two years recent OR anesthesia assistant experience
- Current BLS, ACLS and NRP certification
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-07-10
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-19
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | CCAA, BLS, ACLS, NRP |
| Background checks | vulnerable sector |
| Education | Trade certificate (required) |
| Fields of study | Anesthesia Assistant |
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Lakeridge Health
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More than a hospital—Durham Region’s integrated health-care system. #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
Full company description
With five hospitals, four emergency departments, three critical care units, a long-term care home, a full range of medical and surgical specialties, more than 30 community health-care locations and a state-of-the-art surgical centre within the Jerry Coughlan Health & Wellness Centre, Lakeridge Health offers some of the broadest and most comprehensive acute care, ambulatory care, and long-term care services in Ontario. Lakeridge Health is redefining the future of health care through transformative research, dynamic academic partnerships, and groundbreaking clinical trials. With over 160 active studies, we’re at the forefront of advancing medical knowledge, expanding treatment options, and improving the lives of our patients. Our one-of-a-kind Queen's-Lakeridge Health MD Family Medicine Program is on the leading edge of training the next generation of primary care doctors. Each year, over 3,000 students and trainees are supported by the Lakeridge Health Education and Research Network (LHEARN). Through our innovative collaboration with Ontario Tech University, we’re also harnessing the power of Artificial Intelligence to revolutionize patient care. Together with our academic, community, and industry partners, Lakeridge Health is tackling the toughest health challenges and elevating the quality of care for the communities we serve. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a proud member of the Durham Ontario Health Team (Durham OHT) and works in collaboration with the Durham OHT, as well as primary care, and community and government partners to foster a truly integrated, regional system of care. Together, we are focused on empowering people to live their best health and fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable environment for all.
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- Reported office locations
- Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering, 580 Harwood Ave S., Ajax, Canada L1S 2J4, CA
- 1 Hospital Court, Oshawa, ON L1G 2B9, CA
- 451 Paxton Street, Port Perry, ON L9L 1L9, CA
- 300 Gordon Street, Whitby, ON L1N 5T2, CA
- 47 Liberty Street South, Bowmanville, ON L1C 2N4, CA
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With five hospitals, four emergency departments, three critical care units, a long-term care home, a full range of medical and surgical specialties, more than 30 community health-care locations and a state-of-the-art surgical centre within the Jerry Coughlan Health & Wellness Centre, Lakeridge Health offers some of the broadest and most comprehensive acute care, ambulatory care, and long-term care services in…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Ajax, Canada |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1998 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 94 |
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OPSEU
Job Title: Anesthesia Assistant
Status: Regular Full Time
Department: Operating Room - ADM
Program: Surgical Program
Days, Evenings, Weekends - 8 and 12 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)
Location: Lakeridge Health Oshawa & Ajax-Pickering
Wage Schedule: $53.120 - $64.500 per hour
OPSEU: 2600000869
Lakeridge Health is more than a hospital. It is a health network that includes five hospitals, a long-term care home, a community-based surgical centre, and more than 30 community sites across the Durham Region. Guided by our vision of One System. Best Health. and supported by a dedicated team of nearly 9,000 staff, physicians, and volunteers, Lakeridge Health is a place where the best people want to start, grow, and finish their careers in health care. We are focused on fostering an environment that’s inclusive, compassionate, innovative, and joyful. This is Lakeridge Health!
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
As the Anesthesia Assistant you will function as an integral part of the Surgical Program, working in collaboration with the multidisciplinary health care team, including the Anesthesiologist. You will provide a high level of anesthesia and critical care support to the patient often including the pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative phase of the patient's stay.
The Anesthesia Assistant provides direct patient care by administering pharmacological agents (by inhalation or injection) under the direct supervision of the Anesthesiologist or as per medical directive. You will support the Anesthesiologist by assisting with basic and advanced patient procedures including patient monitoring.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Must be a Certified Clinical Anesthesia Assistant (CCAA);
* Must have completed a recognized Anesthesia Assistant Graduate Certificate;
* General Certificate of Registration with the College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario (C.R.T.O.) or the College of Nurses of Ontario (C.N.O.);
* Previous experience in critical care or the operating room as a respiratory therapist or registered nurse;
* Two years of recent experience in the operating room in the anesthesia assistant role;
* Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification from the Heart and Stroke Foundation is required ;
* Knowledge of current anesthesiology principles and practices, as well as agents, equipment, procedures, and techniques for the provision of anesthesia to patients;
* Proven experience maintaining patient charts;
* Capable of making critical decisions, with or without the collaboration of an Anesthesiologist and function with confidence in emergencies;
* Excellent communication, facilitation and leadership skills;
* Exceptional time management and organizational skills;
* Must have satisfactory performance record;
* Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Inclusion, Compassion, Innovation, Teamwork and Joy;
* Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety programs and practices including staff, patient and environmental safety and participation in regular in-services in this area;
At Lakeridge Health, we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive, and accessible. We are committed to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to and welcome applications from all qualified applicants from all backgrounds.
Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodation at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected] .
Unless specifically stated, all job postings at Lakeridge Health are to fill existing vacancies within our organization. Lakeridge Health may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the recruitment and screening process. A member of our Talent Acquisition team is actively engaged in the Recruitment and Selection process to ensure a fair and thorough assessment of applicants.
Lakeridge Health thanks all those who apply, however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and OPSEU Local 348.
Successful External applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.
Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all team members and patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to complete a Pre-employment Health Assessment as a condition of employment.
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