Anesthetist

Job Summary

The Anesthetist, under the supervision of the MSIE Specialty Centre Manager, is responsible for pre-operative patient assessment, administration of anesthesia, and intra- and post-operative patient care. This role ensures all anesthesia equipment, medications, and supplies are available and functioning, while maintaining patient safety and supporting surgical teams.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Take patient/client history for pre-anesthetic assessment, examine, and provide necessary precautions before surgery in consultation with gynecologists/obstetricians.
• Ensure the anesthesia unit is equipped with all necessary machinery, equipment, medications, and supplies.
• Maintain center resources in an orderly and cost-effective manner.
• Monitor patients in the intensive care unit requiring anesthesia expertise, collaborating with other health professionals.
• Lead anesthesia administration for patients undergoing surgery in collaboration with obstetricians/gynecologists and the surgical team.
• Provide preoperative care, including obtaining consent, and ensure proper handover to the post-operative care team.
• Prepare and submit periodic reports to the immediate supervisor.
• Make on-time reports for clinical incidents according to MSIE guidelines.
• Perform other related tasks as required.

Qualification Requirements

• BSc in Anesthesia
• Four years of directly relevant experience

Skills, Attitudes, and Attributes:

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to evaluate patients’ readiness for anesthesia and surgical procedures
• Logical and timely decision-making ability
• Special training in anesthetic procedures
• Pro-choice and patient-centered approach

Requirement Skill

• Communication
• Teamwork

Skills Required:

• Health / Medical