Perioperative Theatre Technician at Premier Hospital

JOB PURPOSE

Assisting in preparation of anesthesia, ensuring cleanliness of the theatre, sluicing used linen and instruments, packing and sterilizing of surgical packs/instruments.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assemble equipment and requirements for induction and reversal of anesthesia.
• Checking the anesthetic and suction machines for working condition in liaison with the theatre.
• Participate in positioning of patient for the surgical procedure.
• Assisting in lifting of the patient during transfer from and to the operating table.
• Cleaning the operating room after a surgical procedure.
• Perform high cleaning and dusting of the entire operating room at least once a
• Decontaminate and clean surgical packs and instruments.
• Sluice soiled theatre linen after every procedure before taking it to the holding area.
• Pack/sterilize surgical packs and instruments.
• Implement the theatre policies and procedures as instructed.
• Check and maintain records of all theatre movables.
• Report any faulty equipment or instrument to the theatre nursing officer or the shift leader.
• Any other duty as assigned by the supervisor in line with the job description.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/ QUALIFICATIONS

• Diploma in Perioperative theatre technician Course.
• Valid BLS training certificate.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a busy hospital setup.

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Honesty, transparency, and integrity
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Effective communication skills - listening, oral and written.
• Good interpersonal skills and a team player.
• Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
• Analytical and decision-making skills.
• Report writing and presentation skills.
• Desire for personal development, improvement, and learning.