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Nova Scotia Health Authority

Anaesthesia Technician - Anaesthesia

Halifax, NS, Canada

Full-time

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Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Dec 5, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 5, 2026

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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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Responsibilities

Prepare, operate, and check anesthesia equipment and supplies while maintaining a safe, aseptic environment. Assist anesthesiologists during anesthesia procedures by applying monitoring equipment, supporting sterile procedures, managing supplies and fluids under supervision, and responding appropriately to emergencies.

Requirements

A certificate or diploma in Anesthesia Technology and BLS-C (HCP) are required. Candidates should communicate effectively with medical professionals, assist during stressful procedures, respond to emergencies, and work reliably and independently; French is an asset.

Skills

Anesthesia Equipment Preparation
Anesthesia Equipment Operation
Equipment Checkout
Perioperative Technical Assistance
Aseptic Technique
Patient Safety
Operating Room Procedures
Hemodynamic Monitoring
Critical Care Monitoring
Life Support Equipment
Sterile Procedures
Emergency Response
Effective Communication
Independent Action
Basic Life Support

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Travel Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Defined Benefit Pension Plan

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Keywords

Anesthesia Technology
Anesthesia Equipment
Perioperative Care
Operating Room
Aseptic Environment
Patient Safety
Anesthesiologists
Hemodynamic Monitoring
Critical Care Monitors
Life Support Equipment
Sterile Procedures
Anesthesia Supplies
Monitoring Equipment
BLS-C (HCP)
Emergency Response
Fluid Infusion
Healthcare
Shift Work

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