What are the responsibilities and job description for the Anesthesiologist Talent Pipeline position at CURE International Children's Hospitals?
CURE International is continually building a pipeline of qualified Anesthesiologists who may be interested in serving at one of our pediatric specialty hospitals in the future. While this posting does not represent a specific job opening, we welcome the chance to connect with skilled, mission-minded professionals as needs arise across our network.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Anesthesiologist is responsible for providing anesthesia for the patients requiring surgical intervention in the hospital. In this capacity, the anesthesiologist will also need to oversee the nurse anesthetists or anesthetic officers. The role of the anesthesiologist will also include oversight of the HDU/ICU and any critically ill patient on the ward. The anesthesiologist will review all codes in the hospital and oversee the debrief. Sub speciality expertise in pediatric anesthesia is preferred.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Complete and document preoperative anesthesia evaluations of patients and order necessary lab work/consultation or any other preoperative investigations at least the day prior to surgery.
- Review preoperative patient charts for pertinent lab work, history and physical examination, vital signs chart, fluid status and medication sheet.
- Choose the safest and most appropriate anesthetic for the patient: general, regional, MAC, local or combination and utilize the correct monitors for that anesthetic for the duration of the surgery. Manage the patient airway adequately utilizing the mask, bag-valve mask, intubation, LMA, and other emergency airway procedures.
- Accurately manage fluid resuscitation in the patient and measure blood loss regularly.
- Oversee the safe functioning of the anesthesia machine, oxygen supply, suction, and all equipment necessary to provide anesthesia in close consultation with the biomedical team.
- Perform various regional anesthesia techniques as required.
- Assess and implement pain management in the post operative recovery period.
- Identify and treat intra operative & post operative anesthesia complications as soon as they occur..
- Accurately and thoroughly chart patient physiological data, medications & fluids administered contemporaneously pre, intra, and post operatively.
- Set up all necessary monitors and drugs, and check the anesthesia machine and oxygen supply prior to each anesthetic.
- Read and comply with all network anesthesia guidelines and SOPs.
- Seek opportunities to teach staff both clinically and didactically with regards to advanced life support, anesthesia, & pain management.
- Protect the patient from harm utilizing proper positioning techniques and act as an advocate for the patient’s welfare.
- Maintain competency of anesthesia practice in accordance with professional standards established by the profession.
- Participate in resuscitation of patients when required.
- Oversee the maintenance of an accurate narcotic count and supply in the operating room and post-anesthesia care unit.
- Oversee work of the Anesthesia Technicians/nurses/officers or other assigned employees.
- Ensure adequate restocking of anesthesia supplies by supervising the Anesthesia Technicians or other assigned employees.
- Report to the Medical Director at any time when it appears to be unsafe to use the operating rooms (e.g. lack of oxygen).
- Act as an anesthesia consultant to anesthesia providers and medical/surgical staff.
- Complete monthly CQI electronic report per the direction of the Nursing/Anesthesia Clinical Director.
In addition, all candidates should be familiar with the Statement of Faith, and will be required to agree to perform the duties of the position in support of, and not in opposition to, this aspect of CURE International in order to be considered for this position.
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This is a full-time, paid position that offers a modest salary with a comprehensive benefits package that may include health and life insurance, relocation assistance, retirement, housing, in-country transportation, and annual leave.