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Assistant Manager and Writer, Faculty Appointments, Reappointments, Promotion, Tenure (ARPT), and Emeriti
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC · PHSA | BC Children's Hospital - Ambulatory Care Building (BCCHA)
- $6,143.67 to $8,830.25 CAD / month
- Full-time
…(BCCH) and four provincial campuses: Vancouver-Fraser Medical Program (VFMP), Island Medical Program (IMP, Victoria), Southern Medical Program (SMP, Kelowna), and Northern Medical Program…
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Clinical Research Manager
RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
…following established governmental guidelines and regulations, the Clinical Trial Project Manager is responsible for the operational management of multicentre clinical research studies. The…
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Clinical Research Nurse - Occasional Pool (Research Institute)
RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
…will support full-time CIM nursing staff by assisting with clinical trial-related activities, particularly those occurring outside of regular working hours. Reporting to CIM management,…
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Clinical Research Coordinator
RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Performing other job-related tasks as assigned by the supervisor, including support to other investigators and research coordinators.
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RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Clinical Research Coordinator – Nurse - CIM - Phase 1 Oncology
RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Under the supervision of the Manager of Oncology Research, Centre for Innovative Medicine (CIM), the Clinical Research Coordinator - Nurse is responsible for supporting the successful…
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Clinical Research Coordinator - Nurse
RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
Montreal, QC
- Contract
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RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Department / Research Program: Women’s Health Research Unit
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RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Clinical Research Coordinator - Nurse
RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Department / Research Program: Gastroenterology
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Research Assistant - Public Engagement
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Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Department / Research Program: Clinical Practice Assessment Unit
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Licensed Practical Nurse, Outpatient Procedures - Jim Pattison Outpatient Care & Surgery Centre
Fraser Health Authority
Surrey, BC
- $32.84 to $44.96 CAD / hour
- Full-time
…provides patient condition information and feedback to the supervisor and/or…
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Clinical Research Nurse - Occasional Pool (Research Institute)
RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
…will support full-time CIM nursing staff by assisting with clinical trial-related activities, particularly those occurring outside of regular working hours. Reporting to CIM management,…
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Clinical Research Manager
RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
…following established governmental guidelines and regulations, the Clinical Trial Project Manager is responsible for the operational management of multicentre clinical research studies. The…
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Clinical Research Coordinator - Regulatory
RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Department / Research Program: Women’s Health Research Unit
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Clinical Research Coordinator - Nurse
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Montreal, QC
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Department / Research Program: Gastroenterology
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- Full-time
Department / Research Program: Obstetrics and Gynecology
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Clinical Research Coordinator
RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Department / Research Program: Women’s Health Research Unit
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Research Assistant - Public Engagement
RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Department / Research Program: Clinical Practice Assessment Unit
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Clinical Trial Financial Control Analyst, Oncology Portfolio
RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Clinical Research Coordinator – Nurse - CIM - Phase 1 Oncology
RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Under the supervision of the Manager of Oncology Research, Centre for Innovative Medicine (CIM), the Clinical Research Coordinator - Nurse is responsible for supporting the successful…
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Clinical Research Coordinator
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Clinical Research Coordinator - Nurse
RI-MUHC | Research Institute of the MUHC | #rimuhc
Montreal, QC
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Clinical Supervisor (Temporary, Full-Time)
Northumberland Hills Hospital
Cobourg, ON
- Full-time
Reference # 01187 Posted Thursday, October 22nd, 2026 at 9:28am Scope Public Applications Accepted Position Clinical Supervisor Department Administration Vacancy Yes Term Full Time,…

Fraser Health Authority

Anaesthesia Assistant

New Westminster, BC, Canada

$44.85 to $56.02 CAD / hour · Full-time

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Pay: $44.85 to $56.02 CAD / hour
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 10, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 16, 2026

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Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $44.85 - $56.02 / hour

Job Summary

Fraser Health is responsible for the delivery of hospital and community-based health services from Burnaby to Fraser Canyon on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations, and is home to six Métis Chartered Communities.

Our team of nearly 45,000 staff, medical staff and volunteers is dedicated to serving our patients, families and communities to deliver on our vision: Better health, best in health care. Learn more.

We are currently looking to fill a Casual opportunity for a Anaesthesia Assistant at Royal Columbian Hospital located in New Westminster, BC.

Come work with us!

Joining the Fraser Health team offers you opportunities to work in a rapidly growing organization with health professionals who are excellent in their respective fields, career growth and advancement, a competitive compensation package (including four weeks of vacation to start, comprehensive health benefits, and pension plan), and the rewarding opportunity to make a difference every single day in health care.

Fraser Health values diversity in the work force and strives to maintain an environment of Respect, Caring and Trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable, and culturally safe manner.

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Detailed Overview

In accordance with established standards of practice and guidelines, works under the direct clinical supervision of the Anaesthesiologist to provide technical support and clinical assistance in the induction, maintenance and recovery phases of anaesthesia, including monitoring physiological responses of patients during surgery.

Maintains, operates and calibrates anesthesiology, cell-saving and related equipment; maintains measurements and equipment recordings; documents procedures performed on individual patients by Anaesthetic Assistants, maintains records, records and enters data/information into database. As an integrated surgical team member, participates on clinical committees, anaesthesiology research and special projects.

Responsibilities

Provides diagnostic and therapeutic services under clinical direction of the Anaesthesiologist by assisting with and/or performing duties involving:
- Pre- induction.
- Arterial line catheterization.
- Endotracheal Intubation.
- Central line insertion.
- Autotransfusion (cell saver)
- Pulmonary artery catheter insertion.
- Setting up and assisting with insertion and taping of epidurals.
- Assists in other areas such as Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), CT (Computed Tomography), Angio, as required.
Performs and/or assists with arterial punctures, blood sampling from arterial lines, airway management and assists Anaesthesiologist with difficult intubations.
Under Anaesthesiologist direction, checks and administers blood products to meet patient requirements utilizing rapid infusion equipment, in accordance with established transfusion practices. Monitors patient vital signs pre and post transfusion for adverse reactions.
Performs cell saving and blood salvaging functions during surgery as requested by Anaesthesiologist and surgeons by methods such as setting up and operating cell saver equipment to collect patient's blood shed, cleanse and recycle the elements of blood to the patient during surgery.
Administers inhaled medications such as bronchodilators, epinephrine, and xylocaine; monitors patient airways; adjusts ventilation modalities as required to ensure adequate patient ventilation and oxygenation. Assists and/or sets up all necessary accessory lines and sets up cardio/respiratory monitoring systems.
Administers prescribed pharmacological agents to patients under the direct supervision of the anaesthesiologist by performing duties such as drawing up prescribed drugs, observing patient for side effects and observing the efficacy of treatment during surgery and anesthesia administration to ensure patient is responding to drugs as prescribed; assists the Anaesthesiologist in anaesthetic block and conscious sedation procedures; monitors patients for effectiveness and complications of the procedure.
Provides diagnostic data for Anaesthesiologist by performing duties such as arterial blood gas sampling and point-of-care analysis, pulmonary function testing, exhaled gas monitoring, vital signs and pulse oximetry. Maintains hemodynamic measurements and recordings; performs ECG recordings as requested by Anaesthesiologist.
Responds to and assists with airway emergencies requiring anesthesiology intervention and with cardiac arrests in the Operating Room (OR) and Post Anesthetic Care Unit (PACU) and other areas of the hospital.
In urgent/emergent situations, provides anaesthetic care to stable patients, following clear guidelines as directed by Anaesthesiologist, in the event of a temporary absence by the Anaesthesiologist.
Initiates and provides ventilatory support services for patients in PACU such as ventilatory and airway management, high flow oxygen therapy, specialty inhalational therapy; communicates with the Anesthesiologist to develop a care plan for patients requiring long term ventilation.
Provides peri-operative support for pacemaker procedures, patient monitoring, operation of analyzer and completion of records. Supports procedures requiring auto transfusion equipment as requested by physician; performs quality control checks and maintains records per established standards and procedures.
Assists clinically and technically with fiber optic bronchoscopy and intubations by performing tasks such as equipment preparation, calibration, and pre/post use operational verification.
Provides clinical education for Respiratory Therapy students and paramedics.
Provides general orientation/education related to anaesthesia equipment and procedures to medical/allied health professionals and students, as appropriate. Demonstrates equipment as required.
Performs scheduled and routine maintenance and repairs on a variety of anesthetic and cell saving equipment or arranges repairs. Receives and assesses equipment, performs testing, and identifies malfunctions. Completes minor maintenance following manufactures and Canadian Standards Association (CSA) guidelines and verifies vendor repairs with Biomedical Engineering Department to ensure equipment is operating in a safe and efficient manner.
Maintains and calibrates anesthesia related equipment throughout the hospital (OR, PACU, and FBU) in collaboration with the Biomedical Anaesthetic Gas Machines, Anaesthetic Ventilators, Anaesthetic Vaporizers, Anaesthetic Circuits, Anaesthetic Monitoring Equipment, Scavenging Equipment, Airway Management Equipment, Specialty Carts (bronch, difficult A/W, Paeds), Nerve Stimulators, Fluid Warmers, and Medical Gas Delivery Systems.
Maintains documentation of procedures performed on individual patients by Anaesthesia Assistant Respiratory therapist; co-signs the anaesthetic record sheet to acknowledge involvement in each case; maintains a variety of records by methods such as gathering information, entering data into computerized databases and/or recording information into approved formats and summarizing information into reports.
As a member of an integrated surgical team, participates on professional committees and teams by attending meetings, drafting/revising patient care documentation methods/forms for review by committee/team and providing input to promote improvements to client care and the efficient and safe operation of the area.
Participates in anaesthesiology research and special projects by methods such as collecting data, integrating and interpreting data, summarizing information, and/or providing updates for review and further analysis by the Supervisor.
Assists with the transfer and transportation of ventilated and monitored patients by monitoring respiratory status during transport.
Maintains and develops professional knowledge by attending educational/training events.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Graduation from an accredited post-graduate diploma Anaesthesia Assistant Program.

Graduation from a recognized School of Respiratory Therapy Diploma Program plus three (3) years' recent related clinical experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Eligible for membership with the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (CSRT), and the British Columbia Society of Respiratory Therapy (BCSRT).

Current certification in CPR, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).

Skills And Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of current anesthesia assistant theory and practice.
Broad knowledge of Canadian Anesthesiologist's Society clinical practice guidelines for Anesthesia Assistants.
Demonstrated ability to plan and implement anesthesia related plans of care.
Demonstrated ability to assess client responses to care, and to respond appropriately.
Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others as a member of the interdisciplinary team.
Broad knowledge of research process and methodology.
Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities in collaboration with others.
Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques.
Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use a computerized patient care information system.
Demonstrated skill in the use of related medical equipment and supplies.
Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.

About Fraser Health

Fraser Health is the heart of health care for over two million people in Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the Coast Salish and Nlaka’pamux Nations and is home to 32 First Nations within the Fraser Salish region.

People - those we care for and those who care for them - are at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital and community-based services are delivered by a team of 50,000+ staff, medical staff and volunteers.

We are committed to planetary health and value diversity in the work force. We strive to maintain an environment of respect, caring and trust. Fraser Health’s hiring practices aspire to ensure all individuals are treated in an inclusive, equitable and culturally safe manner.

Together, we are the heart of health care.

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Responsibilities

Provides technical and clinical assistance to anesthesiologists throughout anesthesia induction, maintenance, and recovery, including patient monitoring, airway and ventilatory support, blood salvage, and emergency response. Maintains and calibrates anesthesia-related equipment, documents patient care, supports clinical education and research, and contributes to surgical team activities.

Requirements

Requires graduation from an accredited postgraduate Anaesthesia Assistant program, or a recognized Respiratory Therapy diploma with three years of recent related clinical experience or an equivalent combination. Candidates must be eligible for CSRT and BCSRT membership and hold current CPR, ACLS, and NRP certifications, with demonstrated anesthesia knowledge, communication, teamwork, and equipment skills.

Skills

Anesthesia Care
Patient Assessment
Airway Management
Endotracheal Intubation
Arterial Line Catheterization
Central Line Insertion
Cell Salvage
Blood Transfusion
Mechanical Ventilation
Patient Monitoring
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Equipment Maintenance And Calibration
Clinical Documentation
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Clinical Education
Research Data Collection

Benefits

Four Weeks Of Vacation To Start
Comprehensive Health Benefits
Pension Plan

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Keywords

Anaesthesia Assistant
Respiratory Therapy
Anaesthesiology
Anaesthesiologist
Anesthesia Care
Patient Monitoring
Airway Management
Endotracheal Intubation
Arterial Line Catheterization
Central Line Insertion
Epidural
Cell Saver
Autotransfusion
Blood Transfusion
Mechanical Ventilation
Arterial Blood Gas
Point-Of-Care Analysis
Pulmonary Function Testing
Pulse Oximetry
Electrocardiogram
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Anesthesia Equipment Calibration
Biomedical Engineering
Canadian Society Of Respiratory Therapists
British Columbia Society Of Respiratory Therapy
Clinical Documentation
Clinical Research
Interdisciplinary Surgical Team

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