Anaesthetic Officer 1 job at Medical Teams International

Medical Teams International

Anaesthetic Officer 1 job Post

Location: Jobs in Uganda 2022 - 2023

Work Hours: Full-time, 08 hours per day

Salary: UGX

No. of vacancies: 01

Deadline: 05 September 2022

Hiring Organization: Medical Teams International

Job Details:

Job Summary:
• Responsible for the medical management and anaesthetic care of patients before, during and after surgery. Provides direct supervision to the Theatre Assistant.

Job Location: Moyo (Parlorinya)

Job Responsibilities:
• Before surgery, provide patient and attendant with appropriate information on their condition and treatment options so patient can give informed consent; assess patients readiness for surgery through physical examination, reviewing medical history and laboratory results, and obtain patients written authorization for operation
• During surgery, administer anaesthesia to control patients pain and level of consciousness and provide continual medical assessment of vital life functions
• After surgery, identify evidence of recovery and determine when patient has been stabilized sufficiently to be moved to the ward or sent home
• Supervise the Theatre Assistant to ensure the operating room is clean and ready for surgery; Provide continuous learning and development opportunities for the Theatre staff
• Ensure biomedical equipment is in good working order by using in accordance with user manual and protocols, perform cleaning and minor maintenance and alert supervisor in case of malfunctioning
• Supervise all pharmacy related activities (stock control, station re-stocking, inventories, expired drugs, etc.) and other equipment of anaesthetic ward, follow-up of narcotics and sedatives (register, consumptions, empty phials, etc.), and ensure sufficient supply for to perform medical activities; accountable for the appropriate use of materials and assets
• Implement hygiene best practices and ensure the integrity of anaesthetic materials including decontamination, sterilisation and storage conditions to ensure the safety of patients and staff
• Produce reports as required
• Ensure that medical practices are conducted with the highest level of integrity and ethics according to professional and MTI Code of Conduct
• Ensure direct reports have clear objectives, receive mentorship and participate in capacity building opportunities
• Conduct performance evaluations and enforce disciplinary procedures as per MTI policy
• Other duties as assigned

Education, Experience, and Certifications
• Diploma in Anaesthesia from a recognized institution is required
• Registration with Allied Health Professionals Council is required
• Possession of a valid Annual Practicing License is required
• Training as a Clinical Officer is an added advantage
• Minimum 2 years of experience administering anaesthesia is required
• Experience working with an international NGO is an added advantage

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
In-depth knowledge of anaesthetic operating principles
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control (IPC) protocol
• Highly skilled in administering anaesthesia and monitoring vital life functions
• Skilled at capacity building and developing a high functioning team
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Skilled in writing reports
• Keen interest to mentor others
• Physically fit to assist in moving patients
• Committed to high ethical standards
• Ability to live and work in a remote area
• Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct

Physical Conditions
• This position requires work at health facilities located in remote areas with very basic living conditions.

NOTE: The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position. Duties, responsibilities and skills are also subject to change based on the changing needs of the job, department or organization. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by Medical Teams International as the requirements of the job change.