Anesthesia Equipment & Monitoring Specialist

LocationRiyadhDepartment/SectionAnesthesia Technology SectionSummaryPrepares, assembles, and calibrates anaesthesia equipment and assists the Anaesthesiologist in daily dutiesEssential Responsibilities and DutiesPrepares, sets up, and checks all anaesthesia-related equipment, including anaesthesia machines, physiological monitors, transducers, TEE, and paediatric and adult carts.Prepares, labels, and administers anaesthesia-related medications under the direct supervision of the anaesthesiologist and as prescribed.Assists in the preparation and execution of anaesthesia procedures, including general, regional, and local anaesthesia, invasive and non‑invasive monitoring, chemotherapy, blood transfusion, and organ transplantation as required.Ensures the availability and readiness of all required drugs, infusion fluids, supplies, and anesthesia equipment before and during surgical procedures.Documents anaesthesia-related data accurately in the anaesthesia chart under the supervision of the anaesthesiologist, following completion of required training and competency assessment.Assists the Anaesthesiologist during anaesthesia induction, including manual ventilation and intubation, as required and under supervision.Supports the Anaesthesiologist during emergency situations, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, trauma cases, and activation of the major disaster plan.Verifies blood and blood products with the anaesthesiologist and administers them under supervision in accordance with established policies and procedures.Collects, inspects, cleans, and prepares anaesthesia equipment to ensure proper functioning and compliance with safety standards.Maintains anaesthesia equipment and reports any malfunction or safety concerns promptly to ensure uninterrupted clinical operations.Adheres to infection control, patient safety, and quality standards while handling anaesthesia equipment and supplies.Performs additional anaesthesia-related duties as assigned to support safe and effective patient care.Follows all Hospital’s related policies and procedures.Participates in self and others’ research, education, training, and development, as applicable.Performs other related duties, as required.EducationBachelor’s or Associate Degree / Diploma in Anaesthesia is required.Experience RequiredGrade 08:Two (2) years of related experience with Bachelor’s or four (4) years with Associate Degree/Diploma is required.Grade 09:Four (4) years as Anaesthesia Technologist at KFSHRC, or (Grade 08) related experience is required.Average of annual performance appraisal at least (3.5) for the last four (4) years.Fifty (50) hours of cumulative continued medical education (CME).Other Requirements (Certificates)Current Registration from country of origin and Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCHS) is required.#J-18808-Ljbffr