Anaesthesia Technician

SINGAPORE GENERAL HOSPITAL PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 31,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

SINGAPORE GENERAL HOSPITAL PTE LTD invites applications for an Anaesthesia Technician in the Department of Anaesthesiology. You will assist in equipment acquisition, setup, calibration and preventive maintenance to support safe anaesthesia care.

The role involves collaborating with Biomedical Engineers, supporting hyperbaric chamber safety checks and providing hands-on technical support during procedures, while ensuring cost-effective operations.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electronic/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or relevant Industrial Technician Certificate.
• Relevant hospital experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in acquisition, maintenance and application of anaesthesia equipment and supplies.
• Transport and setup anaesthesia equipment at remote locations; provide technical support during anaesthesia.
• Calibrate, troubleshoot and perform minor repairs of faulty anaesthesia equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and safety inspections on anaesthesia equipment.
• Collaborate with Biomedical Engineers to service anaesthesia equipment.
• Support operation of the hyperbaric chamber and conduct required safety checks.

Education

Engineering Diploma / Industrial Technician Certificate

Job description

The Anaesthesia Technician will be part of the team in the Department of Anaesthesiology. The duties and responsibilities includes the following (but not limited to):

• Assist in the acquisition, maintenance and application of equipment and supplies required for the administration of anaesthesia. In this role, he/she will work in a team and contribute to safe, efficient and cost-effective anaesthesia care.
• Acquire technical knowledge of newly commissioned anaesthetic equipment.
• Transport and setup anaesthesia equipment at remote locations. Provide technical support during the conduct of anaesthesia.
• Calibrate, troubleshoot and do minor repairs of faulty anaesthesia equipment to render them safe and operational.
• Perform preventive maintenance and safety inspections on anaesthesia equipment.
• Collaborate with Biomedical Engineers to service and maintain anaesthesia equipment in optimal condition.
• Support on operation of the hyperbaric chamber and performing all the safety checks that are required.

Requirement:

• Diploma in Electronic/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or relevant Industrial Technician Certificate.
• Relevant working experience in a hospital setting will be advantageous