• Application Deadline: Wed, 30 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Anesthetic Technician


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 2 years


• Location Lagos


• City Ikeja


• Job Field Medical / Healthcare 
  

Job Summary

• The Anaesthetic technician’s main responsibility is to assist in patient support and monitor of vital signs post-surgery to ensure smooth and quick recovery after surgery and ensure the general wellbeing of patients.

Job Description

Before Surgery:

• Prepares equipment needed for the patient to safely undergo Anesthesia


• Assisting in setting up the anesthetic machine


• Preparation of intravenousdrugs


• Assisting in preparing a range of devices to maintain the patient's airway (e.g.laryngeal masks, endotracheal tube)


• Communicating with the patient when they arrive into the operating theatre


• Preparation of Anesthetics checklist protocols


• Establishing and securing an airway under the supervision of the Consultant Anesthesiologist.


• Making sure that patients are positioned in such a way NOT to cause discomfort or injury during their procedure.

During Surgery:

• Monitoring and maintaining patients' vital signs.


• Collection and analysis of patient (blood) samples.


• Acquiring and administering transfusion fluids and equipment.


• Work closely under the supervision of the Consultant Anesthesiologist.

After Surgery:

• Waking the patient after the surgery.


• Removing airway devices.


• Transferring patients to post-operative care units


• Care and maintenance of critical tools.

Qualifications

• A National Certificate in Anesthetic Technology from a reputable university teaching hospital.


• At least 2 years work experience in the same role


• A good knowledge of peri-operatives is required for the role

Skills and Competencies:

• Good communication and people skills.


• Attention to detail.


• Able to work under pressure.


• Good technical and measurement skills.


• Organized and methodical.


• Able to cope with the physical demands of the job.