Anaesthetic Doctor X1
- Position: Anaesthetic Doctor
- Location: Bloemfontein
- Company: Allmed Healthcare Professionals
- Employment Type: Temporary / Part-Time
- Salary: Market Related
Role Overview:
The Anaesthetic Doctor will provide high-quality anaesthetic care across various surgical disciplines. Responsibilities include pre-anaesthetic evaluation, formulating appropriate anaesthesia plans, administering anaesthesia safely, monitoring patients throughout procedures, and managing post-operative recovery. This role requires clinical expertise, sound judgement in emergencies, and strong collaboration with theatre and surgical teams.
Key Responsibilities:
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Conduct comprehensive pre-anaesthetic patient assessments, including history, examination, and risk evaluation.
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Discuss anaesthetic options, risks, and benefits with patients to ensure informed consent.
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Select and administer general, regional, or sedation-based anaesthetic techniques appropriate to patient and surgical needs.
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Ensure correct equipment setup, accurate dosing, and adherence to safety standards.
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Monitor ventilation, haemodynamics, oxygenation, and depth of anaesthesia continuously.
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Respond promptly to intra-operative emergencies such as airway compromise, arrhythmias, hypotension, bleeding, or adverse drug reactions.
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Collaborate effectively with surgeons, nursing staff, and the operating theatre team.
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Provide post-operative management, including pain control, monitoring of cardiorespiratory status, and early complication detection.
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Ensure accurate clinical documentation and handover to recovery or ward staff.
Key Requirements
Essential Qualifications
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MBChB degree (South Africa or equivalent international qualification).
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Registration with the HPCSA as an Independent Medical Practitioner.
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Completed Internship and Community Service (as required in South Africa).
Experience
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1–3 years’ anaesthesia experience in district, regional, or tertiary hospitals.
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Proven competence in administering both general and regional anaesthesia.
Mandatory Certifications
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BLS (Basic Life Support) – valid.
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ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) – typically expected.
Advantageous Certifications
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ATLS / PALS – depending on emergency/trauma exposure.
Specialist Requirements (If applying as a Specialist Anaesthesiologist)
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HPCSA Specialist registration.
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Recognised specialist anaesthesia qualification (MMed or equivalent).