• Application Deadline:
• Position: Anesthetic Technician


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 2 - 3 years


• Location Abuja


• Job Field Medical / Healthcare 
  

Job Description: Anaesthetic Technician

• The Anaesthetic Technician plays a pivotal role in delivering exceptional patient care by providing direct clinical support to anaesthetists.


• This position is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of anaesthetic and ancillary equipment within the operating theatre.


• The Anaesthetic Technician will uphold the highest standards of patient care throughout all procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operating Theatre Setup: Prepare anaesthetic rooms, meticulously stocking equipment and ensuring alignment with theatre-specific stocking lists.


• Maintain the readiness of equipment trolleys in accordance with established guidelines.


• Patient Management: Greet patients upon arrival from theatre reception, cross-verify their full names and hospital numbers with wristbands, and confirm the presence of valid operative consent.


• Safely transfer patients to and from the operating room as well as post-operative care units, demonstrating attentiveness to patient comfort and safety.


• Assist in the proper positioning of patients to ensure their well-being throughout procedures.


• Collaboration and Support: Collaborate effectively with anaesthetists during anaesthetic procedures, offering clinical and technical support to ensure seamless execution.


• Extend assistance to the Intensive Care Unit, Emergency Department, and other hospital units as needed.


• Equipment Management: Thoroughly inspect, sanitize, and sterilize anaesthetic machines, intravenous drugs, and ancillary equipment.


• Prepare, apply, and configure patient monitoring equipment to enable accurate vital sign tracking.


• Professionalism and Care: Exhibit a professional demeanor at all times, maintaining the highest level of clinical competence.


• Provide expert assistance to anaesthetists throughout anaesthetic procedures and other medical interventions.


• Additional Duties: Undertake other assigned responsibilities that contribute to the efficient functioning of the healthcare team and the overall patient experience.

Qualifications:

• Relevant certification or degree in Anaesthetic Technology or a related field.


• Interested candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree.


• Certificate of Training as Anaesthetic Technician.


• 2 - 3 years post qualification experience is desired.


• Demonstrated experience in a similar role within an operating theatre environment.


• Proficiency in handling and maintaining anaesthetic equipment and associated tools.


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.


• Excellent communication abilities to interact with patients, healthcare professionals, and support staff.

Key Result Areas / Performance Goals

• Anaesthetic Rooms to be kept to a high degree of cleanliness.


• Sterilization of all anaesthetic equipment.


• Incidence reporting and adequate documentation.


• Triage.


• Use of SOPS/adherence to quality standards.

Core Competencies:

• Basic Life Support skills


• I-CARE attitude (Integrity, Compassion, Attentiveness, Respect, Excellence and Empathy)


• Computer literacy


• Good organizational skills


• Good interpersonal and communication skills


• Attention to detail.