Anaesthesiologist

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Contracted
Experienced
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Anesthesiologist is responsible for providing anesthesia for the patients requiring surgical intervention in the hospital. In this capacity,  The role of the anesthesiologist will also include oversight of the HDU/ICU and any critically ill patient on the ward. The anesthesiologist will review all codes in the hospital and oversee the debrief. Subspeciality expertise in pediatric anesthesia is preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
  •  Complete patients' preoperative anesthesia evaluations and order necessary lab work/consultation or any other preoperative investigations.
  •  Review preoperative patient charts for pertinent lab work, history and physical, vital sign chart, fluid status, and medication sheet using the EMR.
  •  Perform induction, maintenance, and emergence of general anesthesia utilizing appropriate monitoring according to the network anaesthesia guidelines.
  •  Manage the patient airway adequately utilising the mask, bag-valve mask, intubation, LMA, and other emergency airway procedures.
  • Accurately manage fluid resuscitation in the patient.
  • Oversee the safe functioning of the anesthesia machine, oxygen supply, suction, and all equipment necessary to providing anesthesia in close consultation with the biomedical team
  •  Perform various regional anesthesia techniques as required.
  •  Assess and implement pain management in the post-operative recovery period.
  •  Identify and treat intra-operative and post-operative anesthesia complications.
  •  Accurately and thoroughly chart pertinent patient information pre-, intra, and post-operatively.
  •  Set up all necessary monitors and drugs and check the anesthesia machine and oxygen supply before each anesthetic.
  •  Seek opportunities to teach staff both clinically and didactically with regards to advanced life support, anesthesia, & pain management.
  •  Protect the patient from harm by utilizing proper positioning techniques and act as an advocate for the patient’s welfare.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
  1.  Medical degree from a qualified recognised medical institution
  2. Specialist postgraduate certification in anaesthesia with a preferred subspecialty interest in paediatric anaesthesia.
  3. Current licensure
  4. Current BLS and PALS certifications are preferred.
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