Theatre Technician at Aga Khan Education Service, Kenya (AKESK)

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY

Reporting to the Manager – The Aga Khan Medical Centre , Kisii, the Theatre Technician will be responsible for  ensuring sterilization of surgical equipment as per the laid down procedure and a safe surgical environment for patients and staff.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Clean, prepare and sterilize surgical instruments as per laid down procedure.
• Order and maintain all necessary supplies in the theatre.
• Ensure the OR is sterile and completely functional.
• Conduct an inventory of instruments before and after each procedure.
• Assist with patient monitoring during the length of the procedure.
•  Prepare the theatre and equipment before and after surgery.
• Assist in bringing in patients into the operating room.
• Report any defective equipment or instrument for repair or/and replacement.
• Ensure a clean theatre between surgeries and perform terminal cleaning at the end of the day.
• Assist patient positioning during surgical procedures.

The requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
• A Diploma in Theatre Technology from a recognized institution
• Three (3) years of experience in Theatre as a Theatre Technician.
• Licensed by Kenya Health Professional Oversight Authority
• Registered by Peri-operative Technician and Technologist Association of Kenya
• BLS qualifications from a relevant body.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication & customer care skills
• Computer literate.