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Assistant Anesthetic OfficerNew!

Category

Medical

Employment Type

Full-time

Location

Nakaseke, Uganda

Vacancies

1 position

Closing Date

12/2/2026
28 days left

Employer / Company

Nakaseke District Local Government logo
Nakaseke District Local Government
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Description (Public)

The Assistant Anesthetic Officer administers anaesthesia and monitors patients before, during and after surgery at a district health facility, working with the surgical team under established clinical protocols.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

  • Administer anaesthesia to patients undergoing surgery as prescribed and per protocol.
  • Assess patients before surgery and prepare anaesthetic plans and equipment.
  • Monitor patients throughout surgery and recovery and manage complications promptly.
  • Maintain anaesthetic records, theatre registers and drug accountability.
  • Manage oxygen, anaesthetic gases, drugs and equipment in the theatre.
  • Support resuscitation and emergency care in the facility.
  • Observe infection prevention, safety and waste disposal standards in theatre.

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Diploma in Anaesthesia or its equivalent from a recognised institution.
  • Registration with the Allied Health Professionals Council with a valid practising licence.
  • Experience in a theatre or anaesthesia setting is an advantage.
  • Knowledge of anaesthetic protocols and patient monitoring.

Skills & Competencies:

  • Clinical competence in anaesthesia and monitoring.
  • Calm decision making in emergencies.
  • Accuracy in drug and equipment records.
  • Teamwork with surgeons and theatre staff.
  • Integrity and confidentiality.

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