Basil Varghese
Summary
Graduated in operation theatre technology highly trained in anaesthesia processes, equipment and safety standards. Careful to track patients' responses and quickly intervene to manage symptoms. Confident in handling routine and emergency situations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Anaesthetic Technician
Caboolture Private Hospital
05.2023 - Current
- Well experienced in orthopaedic surgery, Spine Surgery, Urology, ENT, General surgery, Plastic Surgery and OT Sterilization and management
- Extensive knowledge in Anaesthetic Phase, Surgical Phase and Recovery Phase with 12 years plus experience in the field
- Strong interpersonal, coordination skills, observation skills and listening skills with all levels of authority and I encourage effective team working.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry best practices, enhancing overall effectiveness as an Anaesthetic Technician.
- Coordinated effectively with preoperative and postoperative nursing staff to ensure seamless transitions of care for patients undergoing anaesthesia services.
- Enhanced patient safety by meticulously preparing anaesthesia equipment and supplies for surgical procedures.
- Promoted teamwork among colleagues by fostering open communication channels, sharing relevant information, and offering assistance when needed.
- Prepared medication infusions under direct supervision of anaesthesiologists, ensuring precise dosage administration for optimal patient outcomes.
Anaesthetic Health Care Practitioner
St Joseph Hospital Newport
United Kingdom
12.2021 - 04.2023
- Excelled in time management skills, enabling the completion of all daily tasks while providing exceptional care to patients.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues and external partners to facilitate effective collaboration on shared goals.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores through excellent communication, empathy, and understanding of individual needs.
Licensed Anaesthesia Technologist
Kuwait Ministry of Health
Kuwait
07.2015 - 02.2021
- Mentored junior team members to enhance their technical skills and improve overall team productivity.
- Coordinated inventory supplies and equipment to maximize team productivity.
- Reduced downtime for critical systems through proactive maintenance and timely troubleshooting.
- Conducted comprehensive system analysis to identify areas for improvement, leading to more streamlined operations and reduced costs.
- Delivered exceptional customer support by resolving technical issues promptly and effectively, leading to increased client satisfaction and retention.
Anaesthesia Technologist
Ministry of Health Kuwait
04.2015 - 07.2015
- Conducted comprehensive system analysis to identify areas for improvement, leading to more streamlined operations and reduced costs.
- Proactively identified opportunities for process improvements which led to substantial time savings within the organization.
- Streamlined workflow efficiency by automating repetitive tasks and improving overall processes.
- Implemented rigorous testing protocols to ensure high-quality products were delivered consistently across various platforms and environments.
Theatre Technologist
Sunrise Hospital Cochin
India , Kerala
10.2014 - 03.2015
- Mentored junior team members to enhance their technical skills and improve overall team productivity.
- Coordinated inventory supplies and equipment to maximize team productivity.
Theatre Technologist
Medical Trust Hospital
India, Kerala
02.2010 - 12.2013
- Mentored junior team members to enhance their technical skills and improve overall team productivity.
- Coordinated inventory supplies and equipment to maximize team productivity.
Theatre Technologist
Wockhardt Hospital
01.2010 - 06.2010
Education
BSC. Operation Theatre Technology -
Wockhardt Institute of Medical Sciences, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
Bangalore, Karnataka06.2010
Skills
- Anesthetic Equipment Maintenance
- Medication preparation
- Airway Management
- Patient Monitoring
- Team Collaboration
- Patient Positioning
- Anesthesia Administration
- Pre-anesthetic evaluation
- Emergency Response
Certification
- ILS (Immediate Life Support) Course Certificate - UK
- BLS (Basic Life Support) Course Certificate - Australia
- Phlebotomy Venipuncture & Cannulation Certificate - UK
- Cell Saver Certification – UK
Professional Training And Work Experience
BSC. OPERATION THEATRE TECHNOLOGY, Fortis Institute of Medical Science (Formally Wockhardt), BG Road, Bangalore, Bangalore, Karnataka, India, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science Bangalore
Anaesthetic Phase
- To assist anaesthetist during the pre-anaesthetic checkup
- Communicating patient condition with surgeons and anaesthetist referring Doctors and Nurses and patient relatives.
- Counseling patients for the surgery, explaining the risks and the benefits of the procedure.
- Checking the patient's identity.
- Shifting to OT table and positioning for surgery.
- Preparing specialist drugs and equipment, including anaesthetic machines and intravenous equipment.
- Trained in oral intubation, setting and monitoring ventilator
- Connecting the patient to the monitor and maintain anaesthetic records
- Assisting for all anaesthetic procedures like general anaesthesia and regional anaesthesia (spinal, epidural and other types of nerve blocks).
- Peripheral IV insertion.
- Assist in Arterial Cannula insertion, Jugular, Femoral, Subclavian insertions etc.
- Monitoring patient during the surgery and also postoperatively
- Doing ABG, collecting samples and sending to the lab
- Maintaining the anaesthesia records and the anaesthesia stocks
- Handling emergency crisis in OT
Advanced Anaesthetic Equipments Familiar With
- Ventilators
- Monitors like BIS, Advanced Cardiac output Monitors and defibrillators.
- Cell Savage.
- Fiberoptic scope, Video endoscope.
- Stimulators, Block stimulators
- PCA pumps, infusion pumps
- Multi-channel scopes, Jet ventilation
- Bronchoscopes
- Difficult intubation set (LMA, ILMA, boogie, and McCoy)
- Patient warming systems.
Professional Registration
- AAAHP Registration Australia, Full Membership, 23-0032, 07/01/2024
- HCPC Registration UK, ODP040619, 12/02/2021 - 11/30/2024
- Paramedical Council of India, K6404, 06/12/2017 - whole Life
- Association of Allied Health Professionals, OT861007, 01/13/2018 - 12/31/2050
- Health Licensing Department, Kuwait, 15990, Anaesthesia Practitioner, 06/22/2015 - 02/15/2021
Recovery Phase
- Taking the patient to the recovery room, Handover to Recovery
- Monitoring the patient until they recover from the effects of surgery and the anaesthetic.
- Checking for complications such as blood loss, breathing problems or shock.
- Arranging OT for emergency re-exploration including co-ordinate of all required staff.
- Giving treatment during the recovery phase if necessary.
- Providing pain relief for patients.
- Giving post-operative care - following and maintaining surgeons and anesthetists' post-operative orders
- Being active participant in all post-operative emergencies like CPR, Tamponade, Reopening the surgical site.
- Maintaining ICU and its sterile techniques
- Removing ICD, Arterial and CVP lines, Foleys, IV cannula, IABP
- Communicating with Referring doctors and relatives regarding progress of the patient.
- Post-operative wound dressing in ICU and Ward
- Explaining discharge medications, dressing, physiotherapy, Diet counseling
- Maintaining Anti-coagulation chart for the patients like Heart valve surgery, DVT
- Maintaining clear records for follow ups
- Maintaining contact / rapport with referring physicians either via email/ phone / letter /personal visit.
Skype Id
basilbasil106
Personal Information
Visa Status: Australian permeant Residency Visa (189 PR)
Awards
Caboolture Private Ramsay way awards, 02/29/2024
References
- Sr Beena Sajan, Senior Registered Nurse (Also Clinical Nurse Orthopedics at Redcliff Hospital), Caboolture Private Hospital, Caboolture, QLD, Australia, beena.sajan@health.qld.gov.au
- Sr Gilsmol George, Registered Nurse, Caboolture Private Hospital, Caboolture, QLD, Australia, gilsmolriju@gmail.com
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that above-mentioned information is true and best from my knowledge.
Timeline
Senior Anaesthetic Technician
Caboolture Private Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Anaesthetic Health Care Practitioner
St Joseph Hospital Newport
12.2021 - 04.2023
Licensed Anaesthesia Technologist
Kuwait Ministry of Health
07.2015 - 02.2021
Anaesthesia Technologist
Ministry of Health Kuwait
04.2015 - 07.2015
Theatre Technologist
Sunrise Hospital Cochin
10.2014 - 03.2015
Theatre Technologist
Medical Trust Hospital
02.2010 - 12.2013
Theatre Technologist
Wockhardt Hospital
01.2010 - 06.2010
BSC. Operation Theatre Technology -
Wockhardt Institute of Medical Sciences, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences