Original job description
Your Opportunity:
Looking to grow professionally while enjoying an exceptional quality of life? Join the Anesthesia Care Team at Chinook Regional Hospital in sunny Lethbridge, Alberta. As an Anesthesia Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting safe, high-quality anesthesia care for a diverse surgical population. Working collaboratively with anesthesiologists, surgeons, nurses, and allied health professionals, you will apply advanced clinical knowledge, assessment expertise, and critical thinking to support complex patient care in a fast-paced environment where timely decisions are essential. Under the direction of licensed anesthesiologists, your key responsibilities will include conducting comprehensive pre-operative patient assessments; developing, implementing, and evaluating anesthesia care plans; administering and monitoring medical interventions; and facilitating advanced communication At CRH, you'll join a collaborative team committed to clinical excellence, continuous learning, and exceptional patient care. With more than 320 days of sunshine annually, affordable living, short commute times, and a welcoming community, Lethbridge offers an outstanding work-life balance. Residents enjoy over 280 km of trails winding through the spectacular Oldman River Valley and coulees, one of the largest urban park systems in North America, while having easy access to Waterton Lakes National Park, the Rocky Mountains, and endless outdoor recreation opportunities. Combined with a vibrant arts scene, excellent schools, and diverse dining and cultural opportunities, Lethbridge is an ideal place to build both a career and a life. Eligible candidates may qualify for a recruitment incentive of up to $60,000. See www.rcif-hsaa.ca for details. Join our team and discover the rewards of living and working in Southern Alberta. Apply today.
Description:
As an Anesthesia Assistant, you will work under the direction of licensed anesthesiologists (specialist physicians) and as part of the anesthesia care team to design and implement anesthesia care plans. You will use your knowledge, clinical inquiry, and assessment skills to guide complex clinical decisions in time-sensitive situations.
Classification: Anesthesia Assistant Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Respiratory Health & Outpatient Cardiology Primary Location: Chinook Regional Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 1.00 Posting End Date: 16-NOV-2026 Employee Class: Regular Full Time Date Available: 04-JAN-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 4 Shifts per cycle: 20 Shift Pattern: Days Days Off: Saturday/Sunday Minimum Salary: $46.37 Maximum Salary: $60.11 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Successful completion of an accredited post-graduate Anesthesia Assistant Program. Active registration with the applicable regulatory body. Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT) membership with Certified Clinical Anesthesia Assistant (CCAA) designation.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification. Preference for candidates with experience doing general anesthesia maintenance, neuraxial anesthesia maintenance, MAC, endoscopy, pre-anesthesia clinic. 2 years of recent, related operating room or critical care experience with certifications in intubation and arterial line insertion. The incumbent must possess excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, have a positive attitude, initiative, and be highly motivated with the ability to work independently and under supervision.
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference for candidates with recent experience as an Anesthesia Assistant doing general anesthesia maintenance, neuraxial anesthesia maintenance, monitored anesthesia care, endoscopy, and pre-anesthesia clinic. Experience in a minimum of 3 of the following services: General Surgery, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Otolaryngology, Plastics, Trauma, Urology, and Women’s Health. Leadership and academic experience are valued. Experience with Connect Care and interprofessional teams are preferred.
