DIKSHITH JOSEPH THAGADIAL
George Town
Summary
Adept Anesthesia Technician with a proven track record at Cayman Islands Health Services Authority, enhancing patient safety and surgical outcomes through meticulous anesthesia delivery monitoring and patient vital signs assessment. Skilled in intubation assistance and exceptional in team collaboration, I have significantly contributed to reducing anesthesia-related complications. My dedication to continuous professional development and patient advocacy underscores my commitment to excellence in healthcare.
Professional healthcare specialist skilled in anesthesia support. Demonstrates strong expertise in patient monitoring, equipment preparation, and sterile techniques. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced medical environments. Valued for reliability, precision, and results-driven approach.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Anesthesia Technician
Cayman Islands Health Service Authority
11.2017 - Current
- Maintained sterile anesthesia supplies within expiration date.
- Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by changing soda-lime, refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
- Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
- Assisted with transports of invasively monitored O.R. and I.C.U. patients.
- Assisted anesthesia personnel with insertion and setup of temporary pacemakers, catheters, invasive monitoring lines and central lines for hemodynamic monitoring.
- Demonstrated professionalism and attentiveness while responding to urgent situations involving anesthesiology requirements or emergencies swiftly.
- Maintained a high standard of care by adhering to strict infection control guidelines when handling anesthesia equipment.
- Provided exceptional patient care, ensuring proper positioning during surgery to minimize discomfort or injury risk.
- Followed infection control procedures to maintain cleanliness of anesthesia monitors and apparatuses.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting routine inspections and troubleshooting issues with anesthesia machines and devices.
- Assisted in successful surgeries through effective communication and collaboration with fellow healthcare professionals.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing ongoing support to anesthesia providers throughout each procedure.
- Operated invasive hemodynamic monitoring equipment, intubation bronchoscopes and ultrasonic scanning devices under direction of licensed anesthesia provider.
- Minimized waste while maximizing resource availability, efficiently balancing inventory levels for essential anesthesia supplies.
- Streamlined workflow for smoother procedures by maintaining anesthesia equipment, supplies, and documentation.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe operating environment by consistently adhering to regulatory guidelines and hospital policies related to anesthesia support services.
- Adjusted and monitored injectable and inhaled anesthesia and sedation by thoroughly assessing vitals and health of patients.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to deliver well-coordinated, high-quality care during complex procedures.
- Reduced procedure complications through proficient insertion of intravenous lines and arterial catheters under supervision.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping of all relevant information about anesthesia interventions performed during surgery.
- Enhanced overall patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance and clear communication throughout the entire surgical process.
- Improved patient comfort by assisting anesthesia providers with the timely administration of medications and monitoring.
- Safeguarded patients from potential harm during surgeries through diligent monitoring of vital signs using advanced medical technology.
- Promoted patient-centered care through empathetic interactions with patients and their families throughout the perioperative experience.
- Accessed and reviewed safety data sheets (SDS) of hazardous materials and latex allergy items used in anesthetizing location.
- Participated actively in professional development opportunities, consistently expanding knowledge on best practices within the field of anesthesiology support services.
- Optimized surgical outcomes by diligently following established protocols for preoperative preparation and postoperative care under provider guidance.
- Handled emergency situations by stepping in to perform CPR on patients until anesthesiologist arrived.
- Pretested and calibrated anesthesia delivery systems and monitors.
- Scheduled repairs for malfunctioning equipment and kept accurate records of all medical components and machines for optimal efficiency.
- Provided airway management interventions, tracheal intubation, and ventilatory support.
- Verified availability of operating room supplies, medications and gases.
- Managed proper administration of prescribed anesthetics to patients ahead of surgical procedures.
- Ensured high-quality patient outcomes with meticulous documentation of all aspects of anesthesia care throughout each procedure.
- Facilitated seamless hand-offs between shifts, providing comprehensive reports on patient status to incoming staff members.
- Maintained updated knowledge of anesthesia techniques and best practices through continuous professional development activities.
- Participated in quality improvement projects aimed at reducing anesthesia-related complications and improving overall patient outcomes.
- Achieved enhanced teamwork within the OR team through active collaboration on surgical cases that involved complex or specialized anesthesia plans.
- Assisted anesthesiologists in the preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical procedures, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
- Managed pharmaceutical inventory for anesthesia cart, ensuring medications were properly stored and readily available when needed during surgery.
- Consistently adhered to established protocols for infection control, minimizing risks to both patients and healthcare providers alike.
- Enhanced patient safety by closely monitoring anesthesia delivery and patient vital signs during procedures.
- Prepared patients for surgery by positioning them properly, applying monitors, and establishing intravenous access.
- Responded effectively to emergency situations, administering life-saving interventions under pressure.
- Collaborated with surgical team members to optimize patient care and maintain a sterile environment in the operating room.
Anesthesia Technician
Fortis Hospital
08.2016 - 10.2017
- Collaborated with surgical team members to optimize patient care and maintain a sterile environment in the operating room.
- Reduced complications by conducting thorough preoperative assessments and obtaining medical histories from patients.
- Improved operating room efficiency by assisting with equipment troubleshooting and maintenance when needed.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient advocacy, consistently prioritizing the best interests of patients in all aspects of anesthesia care.
- Responded effectively to emergency situations, administering life-saving interventions under pressure.
- Ensured high-quality patient outcomes with meticulous documentation of all aspects of anesthesia care throughout each procedure.
- Facilitated seamless hand-offs between shifts, providing comprehensive reports on patient status to incoming staff members.
- Achieved enhanced teamwork within the OR team through active collaboration on surgical cases that involved complex or specialized anesthesia plans.
- Contributed to efficient surgical workflows by setting up anesthesia equipment and maintaining organized workstations.
- Assisted anesthesiologists in the preparation and administration of anesthesia for surgical procedures, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
- Participated in quality improvement projects aimed at reducing anesthesia-related complications and improving overall patient outcomes.
- Participated in departmental initiatives aimed at improving the quality of anesthesia services offered within the institution.
- Managed pharmaceutical inventory for anesthesia cart, ensuring medications were properly stored and readily available when needed during surgery.
- Consistently adhered to established protocols for infection control, minimizing risks to both patients and healthcare providers alike.
- Promoted effective communication among interdisciplinary teams to optimize overall quality of care for surgical patients.
- Assisted with transports of invasively monitored O.R. and I.C.U. patients.
- Maintained sterile anesthesia supplies within expiration date.
- Prepared patients for surgery by positioning them properly, applying monitors, and establishing intravenous access.
- Enhanced patient safety by closely monitoring anesthesia delivery and patient vital signs during procedures.
- Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by changing soda-lime, refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
- Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
- Assisted anesthesia personnel with insertion and setup of temporary pacemakers, catheters, invasive monitoring lines and central lines for hemodynamic monitoring.
- Followed infection control procedures to maintain cleanliness of anesthesia monitors and apparatuses.
- Operated invasive hemodynamic monitoring equipment, intubation bronchoscopes and ultrasonic scanning devices under direction of licensed anesthesia provider.
- Adjusted and monitored injectable and inhaled anesthesia and sedation by thoroughly assessing vitals and health of patients.
- Accessed and reviewed safety data sheets (SDS) of hazardous materials and latex allergy items used in anesthetizing location.
- Handled emergency situations by stepping in to perform CPR on patients until anesthesiologist arrived.
- Pretested and calibrated anesthesia delivery systems and monitors.
- Scheduled repairs for malfunctioning equipment and kept accurate records of all medical components and machines for optimal efficiency.
- Assisted post-operative patients with acute pain management in line with established safety and medicine administration protocols.
OT/Anesthesia Technician
Unity Hospital
02.2013 - 06.2016
- Enhanced patient safety by closely monitoring anesthesia delivery and patient vital signs during procedures.
- Prepared patients for surgery by positioning them properly, applying monitors, and establishing intravenous access.
- Maintained sterile anesthesia supplies within expiration date.
- Assisted with transports of invasively monitored O.R. and I.C.U. patients.
- Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by changing soda-lime, refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
- Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
- Assisted anesthesia personnel with insertion and setup of temporary pacemakers, catheters, invasive monitoring lines and central lines for hemodynamic monitoring.
- Followed infection control procedures to maintain cleanliness of anesthesia monitors and apparatuses.
- Operated invasive hemodynamic monitoring equipment, intubation bronchoscopes and ultrasonic scanning devices under direction of licensed anesthesia provider.
- Adjusted and monitored injectable and inhaled anesthesia and sedation by thoroughly assessing vitals and health of patients.
- Performed blood gas analysis, using blood gas analyzing and centrifuge equipment to monitor and determine carbon dioxide, sodium, pH and oxygen saturation in patients.
- Handled emergency situations by stepping in to perform CPR on patients until anesthesiologist arrived.
- Verified availability of operating room supplies, medications and gases.
- Provided airway management interventions, tracheal intubation, and ventilatory support.
- Scheduled repairs for malfunctioning equipment and kept accurate records of all medical components and machines for optimal efficiency.
- Pretested and calibrated anesthesia delivery systems and monitors.
- Managed proper administration of prescribed anesthetics to patients ahead of surgical procedures.
- Assisted post-operative patients with acute pain management in line with established safety and medicine administration protocols.
- Educated patients and families about procedures, risks and benefits of anesthesia.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE OPERATION THEATRE TECHNOLOGY -
RAJIV GANDHI UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
KARNATAKA, INDIA09-2015
DIPLOMA IN ANESTHESIA&OPERATING ROOM TECHNOLOGY -
KARNATAKA PARA MEDICAL BOARD,
BENGALURU,INDIA.02-2013
Skills
- Intubation assistance
- Activity analysis
- Anesthetic equipment maintenance
- Fine motor skills
- Patient positioning
- Documentation and reporting
- Induction assistance
- Extubation assistance
- Intervention planning
- Patient transportation
- Anesthetic machine operation
- Neurological rehabilitation
- Airway management
- Client education
- Ultrasound-guided procedures
- Breathing circuit assembly
- Non-invasive blood pressure monitoring
- Adaptive equipment
- Patient monitoring
- Assistive technology
- Pulse oximetry monitoring
- Team collaboration
- Capnography monitoring
- Bronchoscopy assistance
- Workplace accommodations
- Supplies management
- Assisting Central line placement
- Assisting Arterial line placement
- End-tidal CO2 monitoring
- Assisting Peripheral nerve block
- Assisting Anesthesia administration
- Total intravenous anesthesia
- Sedation techniques
- Aseptic techniques
- Direct patient care
- Depth of anesthesia monitoring
- Invasive blood pressure monitoring
- Patient assessments
- Neuromuscular blockade monitoring
- Documentation skills
- Documentation
- Spinal anesthesia
- Progress monitoring
- Humidity control
- Regional anesthesia support
- Workflow planning
- Epidural administration
- Electrocardiogram interpretation
- Vital signs assessment
- Medical records management
- Patient reaction monitoring
- Preoperative assessment
- Clinical training
- Oxygen therapy
- Staff education and training
- Temperature regulation
- Medications
- Intravenous access
- Ventilator management
- Post-anesthesia care
- Drug preparation
- Equipment setup
- Initial patient assessments
- Emergency response
- Staff support and assistance
- Organizational skills
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Electronic documentation
- Heartsaver first aid
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Interpersonal communication
- Professionalism
- Strength training
- Physician support
- System calibration
- Continuous improvement
- Staff scheduling
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Intravenous therapy
- Self motivation
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Safe Sedation Training Certification(SST).
Timeline
Anesthesia Technician
Cayman Islands Health Service Authority
11.2017 - Current
Anesthesia Technician
Fortis Hospital
08.2016 - 10.2017
OT/Anesthesia Technician
Unity Hospital
02.2013 - 06.2016
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Safe Sedation Training Certification(SST).
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE OPERATION THEATRE TECHNOLOGY -
RAJIV GANDHI UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
DIPLOMA IN ANESTHESIA&OPERATING ROOM TECHNOLOGY -
KARNATAKA PARA MEDICAL BOARD,
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