Job Description Anaesthetic Technician May2023

JOB DESCRIPTION
Anaesthetic Technician
Purpose of the Job

Provide an exceptional level of patient care in the delivery of clinical and technical
support for Anaesthesia that promotes optimal patient outcomes and ensures an efficient
operating theatre. Provide direct clinical assistance and safe operational anaesthetic and
ancillary equipment to Anaesthetists.
Reports to: General Manager, Tasman Day Surgery
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Excellence
• Provide safe clinical practice for patients undergoing anaesthesia in accordance

with legal, ethical, cultural safety and professional standards.
• Maintain a sound understanding of anaesthetic procedures and possible
associated hazards including anaesthetic pharmacology and adverse effects.
• Establish Anaesthetist’s requirements prior to surgical procedures.
• Work closely with the multi-disciplinary theatre team to provide safe and
appropriate patient care including planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Check and prepare anaesthetic machines and equipment prior to each operating
list in accordance with the College of Anaesthetist standards, ensuring all
equipment is in a clean and safe condition for use; ensure all monitoring
equipment is fully calibrated prior to use.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems, clearly complete appropriate documentation,
and raise any equipment faults with the Anaesthetist and General Manager.
• Provide professional empathetic care to patients, explain procedures to them and
provide support and reassurance.
• Check if patients have any medical conditions/allergies that may alter delivery of
anaesthesia and perioperative monitoring.
• Prepare and assist with spinal and regional anaesthetic procedures.
• Assist the anaesthetist(s) as required with IV cannulation, ECG’s, invasive
monitoring, setup and administration of IV fluids & medications, and airway
management.
• Assist the proceduralists with sedation.
• Observe patients and monitor their vital signs before, during and after the
procedure.
• Recognise recurring patterns relating to patient monitoring and report significant
alterations in patient condition.
• Assist the anaesthetist in extubation procedures.
• Accurately record patient information in a timely manner.
• Ensure all used equipment is disposed of, decontaminated or sterilized as
appropriate, and all areas are cleaned.
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations.
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• Perform and assist with emergency life support including bag/mask resuscitation
and endotracheal intubation under the direct supervision of an anaesthetist.
• Provide assistance outside the operating theatre when required.
General Support
• Monitor consumables and ensure appropriate stock levels are maintained; ensure
expired stock is managed appropriately.
• Ensure anaesthetic and theatre equipment are correctly maintained, including
undertaking safety checks and testing.
• Regularly review anaesthetic procedures and practices and anaesthesia related
resources to ensure the safe, effective and efficient functioning of the service.
• Liaise with pharmacy and manage all theatre pharmaceuticals, including ordering.
• Provide back up support for the Theatre Sterilising Unit, including scope cleaning
and micro-testing.
• Assist with and prepare for audits as required.
• Assist with the planning of emergency simulations/scenarios for the purposes of
training all staff as required; maintain appropriate documentation.
Teamwork & Patient Care
• Work positively, sensitively, constructively and in culturally appropriate ways with

all patients, colleagues and specialists to secure positive outcomes and maintain
collaborative relationships.
• Be open, approachable, and responsive to others needs.
• Exchange information with appropriate personnel to ensure the highest standard
of patient care.
• Work within professional and ethical guidelines for practice including Code of
Health and Disability Service Consumers’ Rights, clinical protocols, policies and
procedures.
• Demonstrate understanding of the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and apply
the principles of partnership, protection and participation in everyday practice.
Accountability & Personal Responsibility
• Identify and escalate clinical systems and processes that require improvement.
• Maintain knowledge of current best practice in healthcare.
• Assist with the development of the team’s knowledge and skills by contributing to
the ongoing teaching and learning opportunities and sharing knowledge.
• Demonstrate individual responsibility for professional development and for
meeting all the mandatory requirements of the professional body and theatre
protocols.
• Identify own level of competence and seek assistance, knowledge, and direction
as necessary.
• Engage in continuous learning to improve own qualifications and practice.
• Actively contribute to own personal development plan and annual appraisal.
• Participate in projects or performs other duties as reasonably required to support
our success.
• Model our values and adhere to our policies and procedures.
Health & Safety
• Promote a safe and healthy work environment by taking personal responsibility

for your own health, safety and well-being and supporting others to do likewise.
• Contribute to a safe environment for everyone; adhere to the Health & Safety at
Work Act 2015 and our Health and Safety policies and procedures.

• Report and document any incident, near miss and hazard in a timely way and
assist in the management of these.
• Take responsibility and action when activities or situations compromise safety
and/or wellbeing.
• Understand and comply with emergency procedures and plans and lines of
communication to maximise effectiveness in a crisis situation.
Quality Improvement & Risk Management
• Actively participate in and contribute to continuous quality improvement and risk

management activities.
• Develop, review and update policies, procedures, protocols and guideline
documentation, in conjunction with the wider team.
• Comply with quality focused anaesthetic protocols to ensure care standards are
articulated, supported, achieved, documented, and audited.
• Recognise and manage risks to provide care that best meets the needs and
interests of our patients.
• Maintain awareness of emerging patient needs, new procedures and technologies
and promote solutions to safely care for patients.
Privacy
• Adhere to the Privacy Act 2020 and Health Information Privacy Code 2020, and
subsequent amendments in regard to the non-disclosure of information
• Maintain strict confidentiality in respect to our business, operations, employees,
and patients.
Key Skills / Requirements

Clinical Skills
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of operating theatre procedures and

protocols, anaesthetic machines, life support machines, drugs and equipment.
• Demonstrated anaesthetic technical experience in a surgical facility.
• Sound knowledge and application of safe anaesthetic practices in operating suites
as recommended by the College of Anaesthetists / Medical Sciences Council of
New Zealand.
• A sound knowledge of emergency procedures with the ability to administer
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
• Demonstrated understanding of the Health & Disability Code of Consumer Rights.
Personal Attributes
• A positive, enthusiastic and friendly team player with the ability to work
autonomously.
• A flexible and adaptable manner with a can-do attitude.
• Ability and willingness to learn new skills and work effectively in a multi-
disciplinary team environment.
• A strong customer service focus with a patient centric approach.
• Calm and responsive, with the ability to empathise with and treat patients,
relatives and colleagues with dignity and respect.
• Takes initiative and embraces change.
• A high standard of personal and professional integrity.
• A demonstrated commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with professional presentation and manner.

• Good general computer skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional and skill development with a willingness to
share knowledge and skills.
• Maintains knowledge of best practice guidelines within area of practice.
• An understanding and commitment to the principles of cultural sensitivity and
safety.
• Responsible and accountable for actions; actively seeks feedback and is open and
receptive to it.
• Good general level of fitness; ability to meet the physical demands of working in
a theatre environment.
Qualifications
• New Zealand Registered Anaesthetic Technician with a current Annual Practicing

Certificate or Registered Nurse with a New Zealand Medical Sciences Council
recognised Anaesthetic qualification.
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• A full New Zealand driving licence.
Vaccination Requirements
Tasman Day Surgery is a fully vaccinated place of employment; the job holder would
also be expected to be vaccinated.
Key Relationships
Internal External
General Manager Patients, their whānau and support person
Nursing and ancillary staff Surgeons, Anaesthetists, Consultants
Anaesthetic technicians Allied Health Professionals
Support staff Suppliers / Company reps
Agreement
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Employee Name & Signature Date
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General Manager Name & Signature Date
Note, from time to time this job description may be reviewed and updated with the
employee in response to the changing nature of the work environment.

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Purpose of the Job

Reports to: General Manager, Tasman Day Surgery

• Provide safe clinical practice for patients undergoing anaesthesia in accordance

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Teamwork & Patient Care

• Work positively, sensitively, constructively and in culturally appropriate ways with

Accountability & Personal Responsibility

Health & Safety

• Promote a safe and healthy work environment by taking personal responsibility

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Quality Improvement & Risk Management

• Actively participate in and contribute to continuous quality improvement and risk

Key Skills / Requirements

• Excellent knowledge and understanding of operating theatre procedures and

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• New Zealand Registered Anaesthetic Technician with a current Annual Practicing

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