Operating Department Assistant - Stellenbosch Job Description : To function as a scrub practitioner, circulator and anesthetic assistant under indirect supervision of a professional nurse.

To provide assistance in the recovery room under the direct supervision of a professional nurse.Responsibilities : Continuously deliver safe quality patient care in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team in accordance with the set theatre standardsEnsure effective peri-operative preparation for an allocated theatre listAdhere to infection prevention and control principles in order to mitigate clinical risksEnsure optimal utilization of equipment and pharmaceutical stock to minimize financial risksTheatre environment and operationsAseptic techniqueInfection prevention and control (IPC) principles and protocolsInstrument management techniquesRecord keepingRisk identificationJob Requirements : Operating Department Assistance DiplomaComputer literate (Microsoft Office)