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Technician

Requisition Id:  6938

Job Purpose:

To prepare and maintain anaesthetic equipment for operating theatres and clinics, and assist anaesthetists during anaesthetic procedures.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Set up, check and maintain anaesthetic workstations, life support machines and associated equipment
  • Order and prepare medical supplies for anaesthesia
  • Discuss medical procedures with patients and check whether they have any medical conditions that could cause problems under anaesthesia
  • Assist the anaesthetist to insert breathing tubes and intravascular lines in patients
  • Assist the anaesthetist to administer anaesthesia to patients
  • Monitor patients and their vital signs before, during and after procedures
  • Maintain documentation before, during and after surgery
  • Assist with basic life support and post-operative care
  • Assist the anaesthetist in emergencies.

 

Candidate Requirements:
  • good communication and people skills
  • attention to detail
  • able to work under pressure
  • good technical, measurement and computer skills
  • organised and methodical

able to cope with the physical demands of the job.

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