Anesthesia Assistant

also: Anesthesia Assistant, Certified

Provides clinical assistance to anaesthetists, as well as calibrating, troubleshooting and performing repairs on anaesthetic equipment, as required, at all acute care facilities.

Practice Profile

What is an Anesthesia Assistant?

An Anesthesia Assistant (AA) is a highly trained healthcare professional who works under the direct supervision of an anesthesiologist to assist in providing anesthesia care to patients in multiple settings throughout the hospital.

What is it like working as an Anesthesia Assistant with the Saskatchewan Health Authority?

As an Anesthesia Assistant with the SHA, you will participate in the care of the surgical patient through medical directives under the supervision of the Anesthesiologist. This position reports to the Operating Room Manager.

What can I earn as an Anesthesia Assistant?

The current rate of pay per hour is listed below:

Anesthesia Assistant - $45.07 to $54.99

In addition to the above pay bands, the SHA provides a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Extended health and dental benefits
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Life and disability insurance
• MyWellbeing resiliency resources, mental health and family supports
• Paid annual vacation

Anesthesia Assistants working with the SHA are unionized employees and are members of the following union:

Health Sciences Association of Saskatchewan (HSAS)

How do I become an Anesthesia Assistant?

To work as an Anesthesia Assistant, you will require an Anesthesia diploma (DA). Most accredited courses are a one-year online program. Currently, there are four accredited programs throughout Canada, including:

• Fanshawe College
• The Michener Institute
• Thompson Rivers University
• University of Manitoba
• Dalhousie University

Remuneration

Anesthesia Assistants in Saskatchewan are compensated through a standardized salary pay band. Compensation is based on experience and qualifications, with defined salary ranges established through provincial agreements.

Up to to $54.99 CAD per hour

Anesthesia Assistants working with the SHA are unionized employees and are members of the following union: Health Sciences Association of Saskatchewan (HSAS)

Employer

• Saskatchewan Health Authority