Job Description

Be operational as well as manage the administrative duties



Manage the Theatre Department



Liaise and communicate with Surgeons



Management of staff



Ensure adherence to policies and procedures at all times



Manage staff according to the Basic Conditions of Employment and the Disciplinary Code, staff-planning and Recruitment and Selection of staff



Manage the day to day problem solving.



Stock and equipment management including ordering of stock and equipment



Accurate billing of stock utilised



Training and development of Theatre staff



After hours cover as per a roster



Conduct regular inspections



Maintain infection control strategies and procedures of the hospital



Maintain health and safety principles



Maintain and apply the required discipline



Evaluation, intervention and resolution of patient complaints and queries



Prepare daily, weekly and monthly reports



Manage ad hoc projects as and when required



Registration with the South African Nursing Council as a Registered Nurse



Post Basic Diploma in Operating Theatre Technique



5 years Operational Experience in a Theatre Unit



Scrub experience in Cardiothoracic Neurosurgery and or Ophthalmology will be advantageous



Previous experience in a management position will be advantageous



Knowledge of the legislative and Occupational Health and Safety requirements



Valid Driver's licence and ability to travel



Afterhours availability - own transport



Work flextime



Excellent Leadership qualities and mentoring skills



Excellent communication, interpersonal, organisational and problem-solving skills



The skill to manage nursing standards and in-service training



Maintain a professional image and character



Build sound working relationships with multidisciplinary team



Accurate record keeping and the management of stock



Commitment to initiate and implement continuous improvement projects



Excellent MS Office computer skills, i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.



Knowledge of the Kronos System



Between 5 - 7 Years