Assistant Anaesthetic Officer

Moroto, 1 Soroti, 2 Jinja

Reference: HRM 72/173/01 - MoH/RRH

Reports to: Anaesthetic Officer

Qualifications: Diploma in Anaesthesia or its equivalent from a recognised institution.

Duties and

a) Participates in clinical anaesthetic work and ensures proper management of patients. b) Prepares patients for anaesthesia and assists in the administration of anaesthesia. c) Provides pre-operative and post-operative care to patients. d) Participates in the provision of resuscitation services in emergency and disaster situations. Page 37 of 91

e) Liaises with ward and theatre staff in the preparation and management of patients. f) Ensures that anaesthetic equipment is functional, safe and properly maintained. g) Requisitions for and accounts for anaesthetic materials and supplies. h) Participates in infection prevention and control activities in the theatre and anaesthetic areas. i) Maintains appropriate anaesthetic and patient records. j) Participates in continuous professional development and other professional activities. k) Adheres to the professional Code of Conduct and Ethics. l) Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.