Overview
Operating Department Assistant Jobs in Centurion, South Africa at Mediclinic Midstream
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:
Operating Department Assistance Diploma
DESIRED
EDUCATION:
None
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
ESSENTIAL
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:
None
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
Title: Operating Department Assistant
Company: Mediclinic Midstream
Location: Centurion, South Africa
Category: Healthcare (Healthcare Nursing)
