Operating Department Assistant

Mediclinic Cape Gate | Brackenfell, Cape Town | South Africa
Closing date: 06/01/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Jamie Levern Scholtz
Reference number: 55420
Workplace Type: On-site
Permanent
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOBTo 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 AREASContinuously 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 EDUCATIONESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Operating Department Assistance Diploma
DESIRED EDUCATION: None
REQUIRED EXPERIENCEESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None
DESIRED EXPERIENCE: None
REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGETheatre environment and operationsInfection prevention and controlAll 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.

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