Resident Anaesthetist

This role is for a Resident Anaesthetist at the University of Eastern Africa, Baraton (UEAB). UEAB is an internationally acclaimed institution, drawing students and faculty from over 20 countries of Africa, Asia, Europe, and America, offering an environment conducive to international cultural exchange, fusion of ideas, and appreciation of diversity. This position requires a minimum of 2 years of experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Resident Anaesthetist will be responsible for providing comprehensive anaesthetic services and critical care management within the hospital setting. Key duties include:

• Perform and document thorough pre-anaesthetic assessments and evaluations to determine the most appropriate anaesthetic plan.
• Administer all types of anaesthesia (general, regional, and sedation) to patients in the operating room, labour ward, intensive care, and other areas as required.
• Continuously monitor patients' vital signs, adjust anaesthetic levels, and manage any complications that may arise throughout a procedure.
• Manage patients' pain before, during, and after surgery, and facilitate safe recovery and transfer.
• Provide resuscitation and stabilization services to patients in emergency and critical care situations.
• Work closely with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain detailed and accurate clinical records of anaesthesia administered and patient responses.
• Participate in clinical audits, risk management, and adhere to infection prevention and control protocols.
• Assist in general clinical cases within the hospital, including outpatient and inpatient management as required.
• Perform any other duties which may be assigned or delegated by the Hospital administration.

Required Minimum Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must meet the following criteria:

• Must have a Diploma/Bachelors in Clinical Medicine and Surgery from a recognized institution.
• Must have a Higher Diploma in Anaesthesia for approximately 18 months.
• Must be registered and licensed with the Clinical Officers Council (COC).
• Must have a minimum 2 years experience as an Anaesthetist in a busy hospital setting.
• Must provide evidence of up-to-date training in Advanced Life Support (adult, paediatric, and neonatal).
• Must be a Christian in good and regular standing.