Anaesthesia Technologist

Key Responsibilities1. Equipment Preparation and Maintenance

• Set up, calibrate, and test anesthesia machines and monitors.
• Prepare ventilators, suction devices, infusion pumps, and airway management equipment.
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain anesthesia tools and supplies.
• Ensure all equipment is functioning properly and ready before surgery.

2. Support During Anesthesia Procedures

• Assist anesthesiologists in administering anesthesia.
• Hand over syringes, airway devices, and medications when required.
• Monitor and replace gas cylinders and other consumables.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues during procedures.

3. Patient Preparation

• Prepare patients for anesthesia under supervision.
• Assist in positioning patients safely on the operating table.
• Attach monitoring devices (ECG, pulse oximeter, BP cuff).
• Help with IV line preparation and fluid setup.

4. Inventory & Supply Management

• Maintain adequate stock of anesthesia drugs, accessories, and disposables.
• Track usage and expiration dates of medications and sterile products.
• Reorder supplies and maintain organized stock areas.

5. Documentation and Compliance

• Record equipment checks, maintenance logs, and supply usage.
• Adhere to hospital safety protocols, infection control, and sterilization standards.
• Ensure compliance with anesthesia and operating room regulations.

Skills Required

• Strong understanding of anesthesia equipment and pharmacology basics
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Technical troubleshooting ability
• Knowledge of sterile techniques and infection control

Qualifications

Education:

• Diploma or certification in Anesthesia Technology
• B.Sc. in Anesthesia Technology (preferred in many hospitals)

Experience:

• 0–2 years for entry-level roles
• More experience required for senior or specialized positions

Certifications: (varies by region)

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (optional but helpful)

Work Environment

• Operating rooms
• Emergency departments
• Intensive Care Units (ICU)
• Procedure rooms (endoscopy, labor room, cardiac catheterization labs)

Job Type: Permanent

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person