Operating Department Assistant

Mpumalanga, South Africa

https://www.mncjobs.co.za/company/life-healthcare

Job Description

Operating Department Assistant
Function
Nursing
Facility
Position
Operating Department Assistant
Introduction
A vacancy exists for an Operating Department Assistant based at Life Cosmos Hospital, Mpumalanga, reporting to Clara Vickory, Theatre Matron.
Critical Outputs

Effective preparation of the pre-operative theatre environment according to organisational standards.
Effective management of the non-sterile operating theatre environment for optimum patient care.
Support the registered professional in the sterile field during the operative phase using the aseptic technique.
Ensure that the technical and environmental conditions are consistent with organisational standards in the anaesthetic environment.
Ensure that the technical and environmental conditions are consistent with organisational standards in the recovery room
Effective quality management and customer care

Requirements

Grade 12
Diploma in Operating Department Practice
Understanding of private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players
Previous similar experience essential

Competencies

Problem-solving, analysis and judgments
Resilience
Engaging diversity
Verbal & written communication and presentation
Influencing
Drive & energy
Excellence orientation
Ethical behaviour
Building relationships
Customer responsiveness
Organisational awareness

Email
Closing date
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.
Explore our vacancies and find the right opportunity for you. Download the application form and email to the relevant contact person specified in the job advertisement.
Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.