Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, June 11 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Job Summary:
Responsible for the medical management and anaesthetic care of patients before, during and after surgery. Provides direct supervision to the Theatre Assistant.

Job Location: Moyo (Parlorinya)

Job Responsibilities:
• Before surgery, provide patient and attendant with appropriate information on their condition and treatment options so patient can give informed consent; assess patients readiness for surgery through physical examination, reviewing medical history and laboratory results, and obtain patients written authorization for operation
• During surgery, administer anaesthesia to control patients pain and level of consciousness and provide continual medical assessment of vital life functions
• After surgery, identify evidence of recovery and determine when patient has been stabilized sufficiently to be moved to the ward or sent home
• Supervise the Theatre Assistant to ensure the operating room is clean and ready for surgery; Provide continuous learning and development opportunities for the Theatre staff
• Ensure biomedical equipment is in good working order by using in accordance with user manual and protocols, perform cleaning and minor maintenance and alert supervisor in case of malfunctioning
• Supervise all pharmacy related activities (stock control, station re-stocking, inventories, expired drugs, etc.) and other equipment of anaesthetic ward, follow-up of narcotics and sedatives (register, consumptions, empty phials, etc.), and ensure sufficient supply for to perform medical activities; accountable for the appropriate use of materials and assets
• Implement hygiene best practices and ensure the integrity of anaesthetic materials including decontamination, sterilisation and storage conditions to ensure the safety of patients and staff
• Produce reports as required
• Ensure that medical practices are conducted with the highest level of integrity and ethics according to professional and MTI Code of Conduct
• Ensure direct reports have clear objectives, receive mentorship and participate in capacity building opportunities
• Conduct performance evaluations and enforce disciplinary procedures as per MTI policy
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
Education, Experience, and Certifications
• Diploma in Anaesthesia from a recognized institution is required
• Registration with Allied Health Professionals Council is required
• Possession of a valid Annual Practicing License is required
• Training as a Clinical Officer is an added advantage
• Minimum 2 years of experience administering anaesthesia is required
• Experience working with an international NGO is an added advantage

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• In-depth knowledge of anaesthetic operating principles
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control (IPC) protocol
• Highly skilled in administering anaesthesia and monitoring vital life functions
• Skilled at capacity building and developing a high functioning team
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Skilled in writing reports
• Keen interest to mentor others
• Physically fit to assist in moving patients
• Committed to high ethical standards
• Ability to live and work in a remote area
• Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct



Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: Associate Degree

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