Frontier Lifeline Hospital in Mogappair, looking for Cardiac Anesthesia Technologist to work in our Operation theatres performing CTVS Surgeries.
Qualification Criteria
- Diploma / B.Sc / UG Degree in Anesthesia Technology / Operation Theatre Technology / Anaesthesia & Critical Care Technology
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a Cardio Thoracic / Cardiac Super Specialty Hospital
- Must have hands-on exposure to:
- Cardiac OT setup
- Anesthesia workstation
- Ventilator handling
- Invasive monitoring lines
- Emergency resuscitation protocols
- Certification in BLS / ACLS preferred
- Knowledge of infection control and NABH protocols desirable
Top 7 Key Job Descriptions (JDs)1. Pre-operative Anesthesia Preparation
- Prepare anesthesia workstation before every cardiac procedure.
- Ensure availability and functioning of:
- Anesthesia machine
- Ventilator
- Suction apparatus
- Infusion pumps
- Syringe pumps
- Check oxygen, nitrous oxide, air pipelines, and backup cylinders.
KRA: Zero surgery delay due to equipment unavailability.
2. Cardiac OT Equipment & Consumables Readiness
- Arrange all required anesthesia consumables for cardiac surgeries:
- ET tubes
- Central venous catheters
- Arterial line kits
- Pressure transducers
- Temperature probes
- Defibrillator pads
- Emergency drugs
Ensure checklist completion before case start.
KRA: 100% readiness compliance.
3. Intra-operative Anesthesia Assistance
- Assist anesthetist during induction, maintenance, and recovery.
- Support during:
- Intubation
- Line insertion
- Ventilator adjustments
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- TEE support setup (if applicable)
Must respond rapidly during critical events.
KRA: Efficient procedural assistance with no avoidable delay.
4. Hemodynamic Monitoring Support
Assist in setup and calibration of advanced monitoring systems:
- ECG
- IBP
- CVP
- ETCO₂
- ABG sampling
- Temperature monitoring
- Cardiac output monitors
Recognize alarms and escalate immediately.
KRA: Accurate monitoring setup with zero critical omissions.
5. Emergency & Code Blue Support
Act promptly during:
- Cardiac arrest
- Arrhythmias
- Hemodynamic collapse
- Massive bleeding
- Difficult airway situations
Support CPR, crash cart readiness, defibrillator handling, and emergency medication preparation.
KRA: Rapid response during emergencies.
6. Sterility, Safety & NABH Compliance
- Follow OT asepsis and infection control protocols
- Maintain documentation as per hospital policies
- Adhere to:
- Biomedical waste segregation
- Equipment maintenance logs
- Safety checklists
- NABH quality standards
KRA: Full compliance during audits.
7. Equipment Maintenance & Documentation
- Coordinate preventive maintenance with Biomedical Department
- Report breakdowns immediately
- Maintain records of:
- Daily machine checks
- Calibration logs
- Service reports
- Consumable stock levels
KRA: Minimum equipment downtime.
Core Competencies Required
✔ Strong knowledge of cardiac anesthesia workflow
✔ Familiarity with bypass / cardiac surgery environment
✔ High alertness under pressure
✔ Team coordination with surgeons, perfusionists, and OT nurses
✔ Good communication and documentation skills
Pay: From ₹25,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Paid sick time
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person