Change Lives with CURE Zimbabwe
We’re on a mission to reach and heal more children living with treatable conditions. Join us!
Be Part of the Healing Journey
A talented team of doctors, nurses, therapists, administrators, and ministry leaders–just to name a few–help provide life-changing surgeries and compassionate care to more than 700 children living with disabilities each year. Explore our job openings below and learn how you can be part of helping kids heal.
The Anesthesiologist is responsible for providing anesthesia for the patients requiring surgical intervention in the hospital. In this capacity, The role of the anesthesiologist will also include oversight of the HDU/ICU and any critically ill patient on the ward. The anesthesiologist will review all codes in the hospital and oversee the debrief. Subspeciality expertise in pediatric anesthesia is preferred.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Complete patients' preoperative anesthesia evaluations and order necessary lab work/consultation or any other preoperative investigations.
- Review preoperative patient charts for pertinent lab work, history and physical, vital sign chart, fluid status, and medication sheet using the EMR.
- Perform induction, maintenance, and emergence of general anesthesia utilizing appropriate monitoring according to the network anaesthesia guidelines.
- Manage the patient airway adequately utilising the mask, bag-valve mask, intubation, LMA, and other emergency airway procedures.
- Accurately manage fluid resuscitation in the patient.
- Oversee the safe functioning of the anesthesia machine, oxygen supply, suction, and all equipment necessary to providing anesthesia in close consultation with the biomedical team
- Perform various regional anesthesia techniques as required.
- Assess and implement pain management in the post-operative recovery period.
- Identify and treat intra-operative and post-operative anesthesia complications.
- Accurately and thoroughly chart pertinent patient information pre-, intra, and post-operatively.
- Set up all necessary monitors and drugs and check the anesthesia machine and oxygen supply before each anesthetic.
- Seek opportunities to teach staff both clinically and didactically with regards to advanced life support, anesthesia, & pain management.
- Protect the patient from harm by utilizing proper positioning techniques and act as an advocate for the patient’s welfare.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Medical degree from a qualified recognised medical institution
- Specialist postgraduate certification in anaesthesia with a preferred subspecialty interest in paediatric anaesthesia.
- Current licensure
- Current BLS and PALS certifications are preferred.
Learn more about working at CURE Zimbabwe
CURE Zimbabwe’s mission is to provide every child living with a disability the physical, emotional, and spiritual care they need to heal.
Where physical and spiritual care happens
Your vocation is what you’re put on this earth by God to do. CURE offers unique opportunities for you to use your passion, skills, and talents for a greater purpose — helping kids heal both physically and spiritually.
CURE Values
CURE’s core values guide our approach to providing medical and spiritual care for children, serving their families, and partnering with local organizations. Demonstrating God’s love in word and deed is at the heart of all we do.
1.
Christ-like Compassion
We respond to meet the need of children and families with kindness, mercy, and healing.
2.
Faithfulness in Prayer
We pray to God who alone is the source of changed lives and transformed communities.
3.
Joy in Service
We love serving children and helping them live life to its fullest.
4.
Integrity Always
We do the right thing and keep our promises.
5.
Intentional Relationships
We humbly collaborate with our patients, partners, and colleagues for multiplied impact.
6.
Commitment to Excellence
We strive to deliver the highest standard of care and professionalism in our work.
What To Expect When You Apply
Step 1. Apply
Applicants submit an application form and upload a current CV (resume)
Step 2. Application Review
The hiring team will screen applications
Step 3: Initial Screening
Candidates of interest will be asked to complete additional questionnaires and submit references.
Step 4: Interviews
Positively screened applicants will be interviewed by the hiring team. If there is a possible match, candidates will be invited to the hospital for final interviews.
Step 5: Decision!
