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Anaesthetic Officer

kyegegwa, uganda

  • Organization: IRC - International Rescue Committee
  • Location: kyegegwa, uganda
  • Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Public Health and Health Service
  • Closing Date: Closed

Requisition ID: req5309

Job Title: Anaesthetic Officer

Sector: Health

Employment Category: Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time

Open to Expatriates: No

Location: Kyegegwa, Uganda

Job Description

To administer anaesthesia and manage patients in the theatre, under the guidance of the Medical Officer.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Planning and budgeting for anaesthetic activities in the hospital
  • Preparing patients for anaesthesia and administering it
  • Providing pre and post-operative care to patients
  • Providing resuscitation services in case of emergency and disaster situations
  • Maintaining anaesthetic operational equipment and ensuring their functionality
  • Requisitioning and accounting for anaesthetic materials and sundries
  • Supervising and appraising staff
  • Adhering to professional and service code of conduct
  • Supporting research activities
  • Compiling and submitting reports to relevant authorities

Qualifications

  • Diploma in Clinical Medicine, Nursing or Midwifery with a diploma in anesthesia from a recognized institution
  • Must be registered with the allied health professional’s council
  • Must exhibit concern for quality and standards of anaesthesiological work
  • Self-control and stress management, and time management

Please note:

  • This position is open only to Ugandan nationals
  • The deadline for receiving applications is June 21st 2019
  • Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis

This vacancy is now closed.
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