Anaesthesia & Pain Management - Clincal Assistant

Job DescriptionUnique Job RoleClinical AssistantPositionClinical Assistant Anaesthesia & Pain ManagementFunctionClinical ServicesSub FunctionAnaesthesia & Pain ManagementDepartmentAnaesthesia & Pain ManagementReports To (Job Role / Position)Director Anaesthesia & Pain Management1. Job PurposeResponsibility for diagnosis, developing medical intervention and delivery of clinical care in conformance with Sir HN RFH standards of medical and service excellence. Attachment to Sir H N RF Hospital shall be on a full-time basis. No other attachment will be allowed.2. AccountabilitiesNo.Key Responsibilities: ServiceWill work under the supervision of Director / Consultants. Will not ordinarily have independent privileges (Unless given by director).Participate in interdepartmental meetings, committees and fulfill the all the responsibilities as assignedParticipate as per the defined role during any internal / external disaster.Treat patients in OT, admit, and carry out Pre Anesthesia Check 1 (PAC1) & Pre Anesthesia Check 2 (PAC2) procedures (as applicable) as per the approved clinical privileges within the organization and treatment procedures.Collate and analyze records, reports, test results, or examination information to plan Anesthesia for patient in PAC1 & PAC2 under supervision of Senior Consultant / Consultant.Explain procedures and anesthesia method with patient and family as advised by the Senior Consultant / Consultant.Monitor patients' condition and progress in Operation Room. Refer patient to other Specialist as and when required after due intimation and explanation to patient / family.Identify patient's risk status and recommend appropriate intervention to minimize risk and take necessary informal consent for the sameAssist Consultants in Pain Management OPDs as per the credentialing and hospital policy as defined from time to timeTreat patients on out-patient basis, admit, investigate, and perform treatment procedures as per the approved clinical privileges.Collate and analyze records, reports, test results, or examination information periodically to maintain, improvise the standard of care.Explain procedures and obtain consents and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patient and family on regular basis or as defined by the hospital policy.Work collaboratively with other disciplines and health professionals to develop effective and appropriate multidisciplinary approach and patient care.Ensure accurate exchange of information during care transition and transfer of patients ensuring patient confidentiality at all the times.Ensure all medical documentations are maintained and updated on a daily basis.Follow use of evidence based practice and hand hygiene protocols in procedure / surgery rooms.Maintain and update documentation in Hospital Information System with respect to assigned clinical responsibilities including patient history, clinical assessment, prescriptions, medications, progress notes, investigations, discharge notes and any other medical records.Comply with CME credits as per MMC guidelines in vogue.Ensure the following activities are completed with respect to discharge process:Provisional Discharge:Confirmation of discharge by ConsultantsConfirmation and clearance of investigations done on the day of the dischargeRemoval of all lines and tubes in coordination with Nursing teamMark for Discharge:Completion of discharge summaryBe available to consult with medical staff by telephone or be called back if the situation demands and asses referrals from the EMS. Provide on call coverage as per departmental rota.Any other responsibility as assigned by the organization on the need basis.Key Responsibilities: GrowthSupport Director Pain Management in introducing future specialty clinics.Plan, and participate in health programs in the hospital, outreach activities, or communities for prevention and treatment of injuries or illnesses.Key Responsibilities: QualityActively participate and be accountable for implementation of all quality programs to ensure continuous quality improvement in the department.Ensure adherence to internationally accepted standards of care, including but not limited to those recommended by JCI, NABH and other quality systems.Follow all infection control protocols during the surgery and post-op stage.Actively participate in infection control and prevention activities, campaigns, awareness sessions etc.Key Responsibilities: FinanceEnsure optimal utilization of available resourcesKey Responsibilities: PeopleTrain the new Joinees on the departmental SOPs and Protocols.Guide the Junior medical staff & DNB students on the departmental activities and protocols.Be available to cover colleague when they are sick / on leave (within the constraints of existing workload)Key Responsibilities: Innovation & ResearchParticipate in clinical education, research, test medication, clinical tests to advance the practice of medicine as well as academic and teaching activities of the department as required by the DNB, on any Fellowship programs.Keep abreast with the latest technology and innovations in the Anaesthesia field for advancing the department.Actively give suggestions / feedback to further improvise services of department and growth of the department.3. Experience & Educational RequirementsEDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:Include Additional Certification Required if anyNecessary:MBBS and MD / DNB in AnaesthesiaDesirable:Fellowships in Anaesthesia / Pain ManagementAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:Type of roles (and duration) which an individual ideally should have done in his/her prior experience to be detailedNecessary:0-5 years experience post PG in Anesthesia5. Scope of Worka) Financial Scope (Range of financial spend):As budgeted for Anesthesia / Pain OPDb) People Management Scope (Range of no. of Direct Reports):Team of Pain Nurse / Doctors / Technicianc) Corporate Coverage (hospital-wide / sub-function-wide / area wide):OT/ Pain OPD / Acute Pain Serviced) Working ConditionsOn Shift RotaPossible exposure to communicable diseasesOTs / Wards / Procedure Rooms Interested candidates can share their resumes on OR kindly spread this requirements in your circle & group.