Position Number: 244439-67
Position Available: Anaesthesia Assistant
Status: Regular Full Time (1.0 FTE)
Department: Surgery - Operating Room
Union: O.P.S.E.U.
Shifts: Days, Evenings
Rate of Pay: $44.76/hr - $57.90/hr (Salary range based on Expired Collective Bargaining Agreement, updated range pending approval.)
Posting Date: July 13, 2026
Closing Date: July 20, 2026
Internal applicants must apply by 11:59pm on July 20, 2026.
About Joseph Brant Hospital:
Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) is a full-service hospital located in the growing and thriving community of Burlington, Ontario, serving more than 185,000 residents in Halton, Hamilton, Waterdown, Flamborough, Milton and Stoney Creek. JBH is honoured to be recognized as one of Hamilton Niagara’s Top Employers since 2015, with a skilled team of approximately 200 physicians, 2,000 employees, and more than 300 volunteers.
JBH is a Clinical Education site in conjunction with McMaster University, and is designated as an Academic Community Teaching Hospital. JBH is also a partner member of the Burlington Ontario Health Team (BOHT). JBH is deeply committed to providing exemplary care and living the hospital’s core values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
JBH also inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people. For more information, visit www.josephbranthospital.ca.
Responsibilities:
- Establish peripheral venous access
- Institute non-invasive physiologic monitoring modalities
- Perform arterial line insertions/arterial puncture/arterial sampling
- Assist Anaesthesiologist with all aspects of the anaesthesia care plan(pre-anaesthetic preparation, induction, maintenance, emergence & continuity of care, postoperative period)
- Assist Anaesthesiologist with management of life-threatening situation
- Setup, calibrate, maintain and troubleshoot machine
Qualifications:
- Graduate from a recognized School of Respiratory Therapy or Current Registration with the CNO as a Registered Nurse
- A member in good standing with the CRTO (College of Respiratory Therapists of Ontario) or the CNO (College of Nurses of Ontario) as a Registered Nurse
- Successful completion of the CBRC exam
- Minimum 1-2 years Critical Care experience, and Operating Room experience is required
- Successful completion of an accredited Anaesthesia Assistant Program required
- Must be able to communicate effectively and be a high functioning team member
- Must be willing to commit to personal and professional development
- Demonstrated reliable attendance, punctuality and availability required.
- Must be able to perform without direct supervision and be self-motivated
- Current certification in NRP and ACLS
- Must be able to work days, evenings and weekends
Please Note: Assignment subject to change based on the needs of the department.
To be considered for this exciting opportunity please visit the JBH Careers page to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Joseph Brant Hospital is committed to an equitable and inclusive culture where everyone thrives and feels that they belong. One of the pillars of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion framework is to enable our people and patients to flourish by removing barriers. In compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), accommodations are available during the recruitment and selection process and throughout employment.
Please help us meet our commitment to providing an inclusive and barrier-free environment by letting us know if you require accommodation. Contact Human Resources for confidential assistance at [email protected] or at 905-632-3737 ext. 4129.
This posting is for an existing vacancy. JBH does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.
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