Ministry of Health and Social Care, Hirshabelle State

01/07/2023

JOB DESCRIPTION –Anesthesiologist/ Clinical Anesthetist.

JOB TITLE                                

ANESTHESIOLOGIST/ CLINICAL ANESTHETIST ASSISTANT

PROGRAM AREA                       

Bureau Humanitarian Assistant-BHA

LOCATION.                                                

Mahaas Hospital

RELATIONSHIPS INTERNALLY     

Doctors, Nurses, Laboratory team, Pharmacist, cleaners and guards

RELATIONSHIPS EXTERNALLY     

Other I/NGOs / Elders in Project sites, HPO, DMO,Village Committees

OVERALL OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION

The qualified nurse will be fully based in Mahaas Hospital in Mahaas district

Responsibilities of Anaesthesiologist

DESCRIPTION: The Anesthesiologist is overall responsible for providing anesthetic management to all patients undergoing surgical procedures, both emergency and elective, at MahaasHospital.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• PRE, INTRA AND POST OPERATIVE ROLES:
• Conducting pre-operative anesthetic score/ review of patient and determine whether the patient is fit for surgery.
• Conduct post-operative anesthetic review and follow up of patients at the recovery and until she is stable in the ward.
• Order necessary blood work up like Hb, FHG, UECrs, etc. for mothers or clients who are due for surgery and review.
• Should conduct proper documentation of anesthesia review using the checklist with full systemic review of the patients pre-operatively.
• Should be able to competently administer all types of anesthesia, to include general anesthesia, regional anesthesia, monitored anesthesia and local anesthesia. He should particularly have special skills in obstetric anesthesia or be specialized in the same.
• Efficiently operate different anesthetic machines preferably the WATO type when managing the patient intra operatively.
• Should clearly understand the different airway management techniques, both simple and advanced. This should include efficient intubation techniques and performing/ assisting surgeon in performing invasive airway procedures like tracheostomy in case of acute airway obstruction.
• Competently manage a patient intra operatively during surgery. He should properly connect patient to the machines, ensure airway is secured, monitor blood loss and generally ensure all parameters are within acceptable standards.
• He should be able to prepare a comprehensive anesthetic report after the operation clearly explaining all anesthetic interventions done on the patient.
• Should have advanced skills in pain management and be the pain management physician. Having skills in procedures like epidural and local block will be an added advantage.
• Ensure use of standard operating procedures, protocols and guidelines in management of patients is followed.
• Responsible for quantifying and ordering anesthetic supplies required in the operating theatre.
• Keep complete and accurate inventory of anesthetic medicines and supplies located at the theatre and monitor their usage.
• Should assist in resuscitation of the baby in the theatre in case of need and should have great skills in neonatal resuscitation.

OTHER DUTIES/ COMPTENCIES:

• Be part of the hospital’s emergency response team and assist in management of very critical patients either in outpatient or admitted in the ward when contacted e.g. patients who need urgent resuscitation, patients in mass casualty etc.
• Should be able to competently assist in admission of patients in critical care departments and assisting in airway management and respiratory support.
• Perform other assigned clinical work as required by the supervisor.
• Ensure the anesthetic machine and operating table are well maintained, clean and report any fault, need for repair or maintenance in good time.

REPORTING AND COORDINATION:

• Ensure proper documentation of all anesthetic procedures, and condition of the patient including vital signs and medication given by using standard Anesthesia form.
• Ensure proper documentation for all operation procedure by using OT MoH registers
• Submit weekly/monthly theatre reports to the MOH/SCI HMIS officer
• Ensure quality anesthetic management for all patients undergoing surgical interventions

In general:

• Not involved any other previous criminal activities
• To carry-out any other duties and/or responsibilities assigned by his immediate supervisor.
• To be flexible as required.
• To be accountable, give feedback and appropriate information regarding the requested or ongoing tasks to the person or department, for the duties and performances he/she is carrying out for them.

Essential

• Bachelor degree in clinical anesthesia/ Medical doctor with extensive clinical anesthesia experience or advanced diploma in anesthesia management/ bachelor degree in general nursingand advanced diploma in anesthesia management with extensive clinical anesthesia experience would be considered.
• Should be specialized in obstetric anesthesia or have great experience in obstetric anesthesia.
• Registration by the relevant statutory anesthesia body and valid practice license.
• At least 3 years’ experience as an Anesthetist in a busy hospital setup, special experience with obstetric and gynecology experience is essential.
• Ability to make quick decisions in a highly stressful environment.
• Proven leadership, communication, interpersonal, decision making skills
• Good team player
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (English and Somali)
• Ability to work and deliver results with minimum supervision.

To apply for this position, please send Cover letter, CV with three provisional references, 2 Photo passport size, and Copies of your certificates to hr@moh.hs.soindicating the Position Title on the subject line.

Deadline is on 10th July 2023 COB.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.