Anesthesiologist

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# Job Description

Responsibilities and Duties
• Pre & post-operative anesthesia evaluation of patients done.
• Reports to the Consultant Anesthesiologist in a timely fashion when surgical
schedule changes are instituted and/or a case needs to be canceled.
• Maintains effective communication with consultant Anesthesiologist/ Medical
Director to ensure a continuum of quality and efficient delivery of
surgical/anesthesia services.
• Accurately and thoroughly charts pertinent patient information pre, intra,
and post-operatively.
• Identifies and treats intraoperative & post-operative anesthesia
complications.
• Oversees the Post Anesthesia Care Unit and keeps an anesthesia provider
available to the nurse until the last patient is discharged verifies a valid
surgical/anesthesia consent has been obtained from the patient age 18 or
older, the parent or legal guardian as required by law or institutional
policy.
• Reports to the Consultant Anesthesiologist at any time when it appears to be
unsafe to operate the ORs – i.e. lack of oxygen.
• Patient Management done
• Responsible for completion of preoperative anesthesia evaluation of patients
and orders necessary lab work/consultation.
• Maintains confidentiality of all CURE patient records and only discusses
patient data that is pertinent to the involved health care provider.
• Reviews preoperative patient chart for pertinent lab work, history and
physical, vital sign chart, fluid status and medication sheet.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate monitors and constantly monitors patients
intraoperatively.
• Safely performs induction, maintenance & emergence of general anesthesia
• Manages the patient airway adequately utilizing the mask, bag-valve mask,
intubation, LMA, and other emergency airway procedures.
• Accurately manages fluid resuscitation in the pediatric patient.
• Maintains the anesthesia machine, oxygen supply, suction, and is prepared to
manage the airway.
• Performs and maintains various regional anesthesia techniques.
• Assesses and implements pain management in the post-operative recovery
period.
• Protects the patient from harm utilizing proper positioning techniques and
is an advocate for the patient’s welfare.
• Oversight management of critically ill patients in the ICU.
• Training and Development Done
• Keeps current in anesthesia by reading professional literature, attending
seminars, etc.
• Seeks opportunities to teach staff both clinically and didactically with
regards to pediatric advanced life support, anesthesia, & pain management.
• Maintains competency of anesthesia practice in accordance with professional
standards established by the profession.
• Participates in the resuscitation of patients when required.
• In collaboration with nursing management work towards training/ CME for
critical care nurses and Medical officers.
• Supervisory Role Done
• Maintains an accurate narcotic count & supply.
• Oversees work of the Anesthetic Officer, Anesthesia Technician, Anesthesia
students, or any other individual licensed to give anesthesia.
• Ensures adequate restocking of anesthesia supplies by supervising anesthesia
technician.
• Acts as an anesthesia consultant to anesthesia providers.
• Evaluates all anesthesia providers, anesthesia technician, anesthesia
students at 6 months of employment, every 1 year thereafter and as indicated.
• Spiritual Ministry
• Participates in the hospital’s Spiritual Ministry programs.
• Occupation Health and Safety
• All staff are expected to work in such a way that does not cause injury to
themselves, other staff members or customers.
• Following & complying with H&S policies, processes & applying them to their
own work activities, including using/wearing Personal Protective Equipment as
required.
• Participating in activities directed at preventing harm & promoting well-
being in the workplace Identifying, reporting & self-managing hazards where
appropriate.
• Early and accurate reporting of incidents at work and raising issues of
concern when identified.
• Other duties
• Other official related duties that may be assigned by Supervisor.

Requirements
• Masters in Medicine in Anesthesiology or its equivalent from a recognized
institution
• 1 year of experience in an anesthesiologist role.
• Must be registered with the Medical and Dental Practitioners Council
• Desire to research and advance the field.
• Compassionate attitude with a focus on outstanding patient care.
• Excellent communication skills to listen and speak with patients and
colleagues.
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and oftentimes high-pressure environment.

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URL:: Link to Apply

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**Closing Date** : 4th Feb. 2022

Cure Uganda Jobs in Uganda Anesthesiologist Carreer opportunities in Uganda vacancies in Cure Uganda at Uganda All Jobs in Uganda January 2022

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