SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:
Purpose of the Job:
• To ensure that the Theatres are at all times efficiently managed and staffed conforming to all medic-legal aspects relative to the health care industry.
• To ensure that the quality of services is provided to all participating Doctors, patients, and staff.
• All stocks are correctly recorded, received and appropriately stored into the theatres.
• Ensure that all theatre equipment is in good state of repair and serviced at regular intervals.
Education, Experience, and Skills required:
• Degree/Diploma: General Nursing Science with Midwifery.
• Post Basic Diploma in Nursing Management required (SANC Registered).
• Post Basic Diploma in Operating Theatre Technique required (SANC Registered).
• Minimum of 10 (ten) years nursing experience required.
• Minimum of 5 (five) years theatre experience in a private hospital.
• Previous HOD experience would be an added advantage.
• Proof of registration with the Nursing Council and proof of personal indemnity is required.
• Ability to maintain excellent standards and service levels.
• Customer service focus
• Integrity and willing to work flexible hours.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (Ability to speak and write English) other languages would be an added advantage.
• Mature personality with abilities to assist with patients in a courteous and polite manner.
• To be punctual and reliable.
• To be able to work as part of a team and to assist where necessary.
• Managerial or supervisory qualities is recommended.
Accountability and responsibility
• Meeting all the required outputs as stipulated by the Job Guidelines.
• Ensuring that accurate stock counts are performed when required.
• Ensuring that stock is accounted for, and equipment is maintained.
• Ensuring that all patient billing is performed accurately.
• Ensuring that on-going in-service education is performed in the ward.
• Theatre standby and willing to be called out on a rotational basis.
