Operating Department Assistant
Operating Department Assistant
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Job Description
Mediclinic Durbanville Durbanville Cape Town South Africa
Closing date: 31/07/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Annenise Elizabeth Mc Donald
Reference number: 61967
Permanent
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
To function as a scrub practitioner circulator and anaesthetic assistant under indirect supervision of a professional nurse. To provide assistance in the recovery room under the direct supervision of a professional nurse.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS
Continuously deliver safe quality patient care in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team in accordance with the set theatre standards
Ensure effective peri-operative preparation for an allocated theatre list
Adhere to infection prevention and control principles in order to mitigate clinical risks
Ensure optimal utilization of equipment and pharmaceutical stock to minimize financial risks
REQUIRED EDUCATION
ESSENTIAL EDUCATION:Diploma in Operating Department Assistance
DESIRED EDUCATION:None
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 1 year post qualification experience in theatre.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE:None
REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- Theatre environment and operations
- Aseptic technique
- Infection prevention and control
- Instrument management techniques
- Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
- Record keeping
- Risk identification
All applicants will be considered with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.
Employment Type
Full Time
