OYINDAMOLA OGUNNIYI
Ikeja
Summary
Versatile Anaesthetic Technician and Theatre Support Worker skilled in clinical anesthesia assistance and theatre support. Experience includes ensuring patient safety and comfort in high-pressure environments while maintaining strict protocols in infection control and wound care. Committed to holistic care addressing both physical and emotional needs.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Anaesthetic Technician/Theatre Support Worker
Duchess International Hospital
Ikeja
05.2025 - Current
- Supported Registered Nurse in executing tasks that improved patient care quality and enriched overall patient experience.
- Facilitated proper patient positioning on the operating table to enhance safety and accessibility for surgical procedures.
- Ensured readiness of anesthesia equipment and patient monitoring devices for surgeries.
- Facilitated patient admission and discharge processes, ensuring compliance with established guidelines.
- Assisted in the collection, identification and disposal of specimens.
- Contributed to clinical audits and research activities to support evidence-based practice.
- Ensured that a clean environment and sterile field is maintained.
- Maintained patient records – throughout the peri-operative phase of the patient journey.
- Engaged in quality improvement initiatives to enhance clinical practices.
- Transported patients between wards using beds, trolleys, wheelchairs, or on foot, ensuring comfort and adherence to service demands.
- Collected blood products such as blood, hemoglobin, plasma etc from the Blood Transfusion Service and delivered to designated areas.
- Undertake the transportation/delivery and connection of medical gases.
- Monitored and maintained stock levels of medical and surgical supplies to ensure operational efficiency.
Anaesthetic Technician/Theatre Support Worker
Loveworld Medical Centre
Ikeja
11.2023 - 05.2025
- Sterilized surgical instruments and equipment to ensure safety and compliance.
- Prepared surgical instruments and equipment for surgery, ensuring readiness and safety for procedures.
- Assisting with the safe positioning of patient on the operating table.
- Collaborated with surgical team to improve patient care and outcomes during procedures.
- Took vital signs and reported findings to ensure timely patient assessment.
- Prepared supplemental oxygen in the recovery room for patients after surgery.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals, including nurses and physicians, to deliver high-quality patient care.
Entry level Anesthetic Technician
Lagos University Teaching Hospital
Lagos
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Set up anesthetic machine and selected volatile agents to enhance patient safety during procedures.
- Assist anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists with patient preparation and positioning.
- Maintain anesthesia equipment and supplies in a safe and orderly condition.
- Cleaned anesthetic equipment post-intubation to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Conducted inventory of operating room supplies, including intubating kits and resuscitation bags, to maintain readiness for procedures.
- Prepared supplemental oxygen for patients after surgery.
Certified Nursing Assistant (Theatre & ICU)
First Cardiology Consultant
Lagos
12.2018 - 09.2019
- Collaborated with registered practitioner to implement and monitor patient's individualized care plan, ensuring adherence to treatment goals.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, including blood pressure, sugar level, temperature, and respiratory rate, to assess patient health status.
- Facilitated safe transfer of patients between ward, reception, anaesthetic room, operating theatre, and post-op recovery room.
- Coordinated moving and positioning of patients to ensure comfort and safety during surgery or treatment.
- Tracked and documented patient dietary intake to ensure compliance with care plans.
First Responder
Redeemers Health Center
Lagos
08.2009 - 12.2017
- Secured emergency response sites, clearing areas of non-essential persons to ensure safety during critical incidents.
- Provided first aid to adults, children and infants.
- Aided establishment of standard safety precautions, enhancing protection for patients and staff in hospital environment.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to support medical research initiatives, facilitating advancements in patient care.
Education
Basic certificate - Quality and Safety
Institute For Healthcare Improvement
Online06-2024
Certificate of Completion - Phlebotomy
Grammatorial Education
Lagos01-2024
Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma in Anaesthetic Technician
Lagos University teaching Hospital
Surulere11-2023
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Health Inheritance, School of Allied Health
Lagos03-2019
Skills
- Anesthesia Support
- Surgical Instrument Handling
- Medical equipment operation
- Patient Monitoring
- Patient assessment
- Infection Control
- Wound care
- Assist in Procedures
- Healthcare administration
- Teamwork
- Communication
Certification
- Certificate of Completion - Surghub - Infection and Prevention Control, 2026
- Certificate of Participation - Clinical Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response Online Course, Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention
- Certificate of Completion – Certified Caregiver, myCNAjobs - 2025
- Certificate - Working Abroad as A Healthcare Worker, 2024
- Certificate - Healthcare Administration, Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare Practitioners, 2024
- Basic First Aid Certified, American Safety and Health Institute, 2023
- Certified Mental Health Practitioner: Suicide Violent Behavior and Substance Abuse, Alison Online Institute, 2021
- Care Certificate, Caredemy, 2021
- Care Support Certified, Florence Academy, 2021
Timeline
Anaesthetic Technician/Theatre Support Worker
Duchess International Hospital
05.2025 - Current
Anaesthetic Technician/Theatre Support Worker
Loveworld Medical Centre
11.2023 - 05.2025
Entry level Anesthetic Technician
Lagos University Teaching Hospital
07.2023 - 10.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant (Theatre & ICU)
First Cardiology Consultant
12.2018 - 09.2019
First Responder
Redeemers Health Center
08.2009 - 12.2017
Basic certificate - Quality and Safety
Institute For Healthcare Improvement
Certificate of Completion - Phlebotomy
Grammatorial Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma in Anaesthetic Technician
Lagos University teaching Hospital
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Health Inheritance, School of Allied Health