Anaesthetist Technician
Anaesthetist Technician
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Job Description
Job Purpose
The Anaesthetist Technician will be responsible for preparing and maintaining anesthesia equipment and supplies ensuring effective anaesthesia administration and patient safety. He/she will work closely with anesthesiologists to maintain an organized and efficient operating environment supporting quality patient care.
Core Responsibilities
Equipment Handling and Maintenance
- Ensure the readiness and availability of anesthesia equipment before each procedure.
- Oversee testing and troubleshooting of anesthesia machines monitors and other related equipment. Escalate major issues to the biomedical team as necessary.
- Perform routine maintenance checks on equipment and promptly address malfunctions
- Collaborate in updating equipment procedures aligning with the latest medical technology standards.
- Recommend improvements for equipment procurement based on usage and condition assessments.
- Ensure that anaesthesia machines monitors and accessories are disinfected and sterilized in line with infection control standards.
- Participate in postprocedure equipment cleaning following hospital infection control protocols.
Patient Care
- Provide comprehensive assistance to anesthesiologists and medical teams during procedures across various units including operating theatres intensive care units (ICUs) emergency units etc.
- Assist with patient transfer and positioning in various procedural settings as required.
- Receive and prepare patients performing thorough identity and consent checks before anaesthesia.
- Organize and prepare syringes IVs masks and medications to be used by the anesthesiologist. Ensure that all required supplies are readily available.
Communication and Teamwork
- Maintain communication with the surgical team to meet anaesthesia requirements.
- Coordinate training for junior/new staff on anesthesia setup equipment uses and patient safety standards fostering a culture of accuracy and compliance.
Quality Assurance and Compliance
- Conduct regular audits to ensure anesthesia supplies meet hospital regulatory standards.
- Complete thorough incident reports and follow up on reported safety issues to prevent recurrence.
- Document and report any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns.
- Monitor compliance with anesthesia protocols and standards.
Qualifications :
Educational Requirements
- Bachelors Degree in Anaesthetic Technology Biomedical Science or a relevant discipline.
Professional Requirements
- Certification in Anesthesia Technology (e.g. Certified Anesthesia Technician).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and/or Advanced Life Support (ALS) is an advantage.
Experience Requirements
- 24 years of experience in a clinical environment preferably in anesthesia support or operating room assistance.
- Previous experience in anesthesia equipment handling and patient care is required.
Competency Requirements
1. Knowledge Requirements
- Knowledge of anaesthesia equipment setup operation and maintenance
- Solid understanding of operating room protocols and safety standards
- Familiarity with patient monitoring systems
- Knowledge of infection control practices in healthcare settings
2. Skill Requirements
- Proficiency in troubleshooting and maintenance of medical equipment
- Detailoriented with high accuracy in documentation
- Strong organizational and timemanagement abilities
- Effective communication skills for team collaboration
- Stock management
3. Personal Abilities
- Professional attitude towards work
- Shares AMCEs vision
- High level of adaptability
- Dependability and a strong commitment to patient safety
- Empathy
- Stress management
- Accountability and taking initiative.
Additional Information :
African Medical Centre of Excellence Abuja (AMCE Abuja) aims to be an Employer of Choice providing equal opportunity for everyone regardless of their background gender race and other protected characteristics.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
