Anaesthetic Assistant
Administer anesthesia and manage patients in the theatre.
Overview
Administer anesthesia and manage patients in the theatre.
You have:
- Must have a Diploma in Anesthesia from a recognized Institution.
- Must be registered with the Allied Health Professionals Council.
- Competence in guidance and counseling.
- Concern for quality and standards of anesthetic work.
- Adherence to professional and service code of conduct and ethics.
- Self-control and stress management.
- Time management skills.
Job Description
Background
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is one of the world's leading crisis response agencies, providing life-saving assistance and supporting recovery and reconstruction for people affected by war and natural disasters. Active in public health, education, livelihoods, women's empowerment, youth development, and protection and promotion of rights, IRC assists people from harm to home.
The IRC was registered in Uganda in mid-1998 and implements rehabilitation activities in the sectors of Child and Youth Protection and development, Health, Economic recovery and Development and women protection and empowerment as well as contributing to the response to the Southern Sudanese Refugee situation. IRC Uganda has a head office in Kampala, field offices in Lamwo, Moroto, Kyaka and West Nile.
Job Overview:
To administer anesthesia and manage patients in the theatre.
Duties and Responsibilities: •Planning and budgeting for Anesthetic activities in the hospital. •Preparing patients for anesthesia and administering it. •Providing pre- and post-operative care to patients. •Providing resuscitation services in case of emergency and disaster situations. •Maintaining anesthetic operational equipment and ensuring their functionality. •Requisitioning and accounting for anesthetic materials and sundries. •Supervising and appraising staff. •Adhering to professional and service code of conduct and ethics. •Supporting research activities. •Compiling and submitting reports to relevant authorities.
Qualifications
•Must have a Diploma in Anesthesia from a recognized Institution. •Must be registered with the Allied Health Professionals Council. Competence, Skills and Abilities: •Guidance and counseling. •Concern for quality and standards of antitheological work. •Ethics and integrity. •Self-control and Stress management. •Time management.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity:
Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a situation where you had to manage a patient under anesthesia? | This question evaluates the candidate's practical experience in anesthesia administration. | Focus on specific challenges faced, how you ensured patient safety, and any protocols you followed. |
| How do you handle emergency situations in the operating room? | This assesses the candidate's ability to remain calm and act quickly under pressure. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What measures do you take to ensure the ethical treatment of your patients? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you keep your skills and knowledge up to date in the field of anesthetic assistance? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe your experience with supervising junior staff or trainees. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |