ANAESTHETIST

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OVERVIEWIllovo Sugar (Malawi) plc is the country's leading producer of raw, refined, and specialty sugars, employing more than 9,000 employees. The company is part of the Illovo Sugar Africa Group, a wholly owned subsidiary of Associated British Foods plc (ABF).Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc is inviting applications from qualified and experienced professionals for the position of Anaesthetist under the Estate Support organisational unit.Org Unit: Estate SupportReports to: Nursing ManagerJOB TYPE:PermanentApplication Deadline: 26 October 2026POSITION: ANAESTHETISTKEY REQUIREMENTSAcademic, Professional Qualifications and Experience:The applicant should possess the following:A Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Anaesthesia Nursing.Registration and a valid practising licence with the Nurses and Midwives Council of Malawi (NMCM).Post-basic or specialised training in anaesthesia nursing.A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in obstetrics, trauma, and anaesthesia.Proficiency in basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems.Sound knowledge and application of the nursing scope of practice.Knowledge of clinical procedures and relevant nursing legislation.Sound knowledge and application of relevant Theatre and CSSD policies and procedures.Demonstrated knowledge of surgical equipment and instrument management.DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIESParticipate in elective and emergency theatre work and provide a high degree of input into high-care and obstetric services, including covering on-call after hours.Liaise with pre-clerking nurses regarding patients requiring postoperative critical care and conduct pre-operative visits to evaluate and prepare patients for anaesthesia, providing education about surgery and recovery and discussing the side effects of anaesthesia.Determine the amount and type of anaesthesia needed for each patient and the best way to administer it.Administer anaesthesia to patients to keep them asleep or pain-free during surgery, according to hospital policy.Monitor and maintain patients' vital signs and anaesthesia dosage during surgical procedures.Oversee and manage patients' safety during anaesthesia recovery.Work with a multi-professional team in the wards and emergency room to respond to patients requiring critical care or resuscitation and provide expert emergency response intervention and support.Ensure accurate and comprehensive anaesthesia/high-care clinical records are maintained on patient treatment.Relieve Midwife Nurse duties as required by the Nursing Manager.Promote and adhere to Illovo's procedures, policies, and guidelines, including limitations relating to HSE, Competition Law, and Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC).HOW TO APPLYInterested candidates should submit an application letter, a detailed CV, copies of relevant certificates, traceable referees, and a copy of their National ID.Applications should be addressed to:The HR Mill HeadIllovo Sugar (Malawi) plcP.O. Box 46Dwangwa, MalawiEmail: DwangwaCorporateMail@illovo.co.zaClosing Date: 26 October 2026Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.Illovo Sugar (Malawi) plc is an equal opportunity employer, and women are encouraged to apply.

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Apply by email: dwangwacorporatemail@illovo.co.za