What is WASAT?

WASAT is the Western Australian Society of Anaesthesia Technicians and was established in 1972 to unite  both the Anaesthesia Technicians and Assistants throughout  Western Australia.

Aims of WASAT.

• Ensure security of Employment as an Anaesthesia Technician / Assistant
   

• Code of ethics for Members.

• Provide Further Education
   

• Free exchange of knowledge.
   

• Provide Social Activities for it's Members
   

• To unite and promote itself as a Professional Body.
   

What is an Anaesthesia Technician?
A health professional who is responsible for anaesthetic areas and equipment. They have detailed knowledge of anaesthetic procedures, equipment and drugs. They are also familiar with the full range of surgical procedures and are responsible for setting up the anaesthetic area for the Anaesthetist in preparation for the intended surgery. When patients are brought into the anaesthetic area, the technician must provide skilled assistance to the Anaesthetist during the induction, maintenance and emergence from anaesthesia.
Anaesthesia Technicians are directly responsible to the Anaesthetist. Their relationship to the Anaesthetist is exactly comparable to that of the theatre scrub nurse to the surgeon.

What are our Qualifications?
Recommended training is set down by the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA) Policy Guideline PS8.

Where do we work?
In any health care setting where anaesthetics are performed or life support is needed.

Code of Ethics
All members of the Society are required to abide by the following Code of Ethics which have been promoted not only for the benefit of members, but for the protection and safety of the patient.