Theatre Assistant

Reference: HRM 72/173/33 - Butabika NMRH

Reports to: Senior Theatre Assistant

Qualifications: i. Uganda Certificate of education ii. Certificate in Theatre Techniques/Operating Theatre Assistance or an equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.

Duties and

a) Clean and prepare the operating theatre before and after surgical procedures. b) Assist in arranging theatre equipment, instruments and supplies for surgical procedures. Page 66 of 91

c) Assist in maintaining cleanliness and orderliness of the theatre and related areas. d) Assist in transporting patients to and from the operating theatre. e) Assist in moving and positioning patients as directed by authorised health workers. f) Assist in the handling, cleaning and proper storage of theatre equipment and instruments. g) Ensure that theatre supplies and materials are available and properly arranged. h) Assist in maintaining proper hygiene and infection prevention and control in the theatre. i) Assist in the safe disposal of medical and other theatre waste in accordance with established procedures. j) Report damaged, missing or malfunctioning equipment and supplies to the responsible officer.

k) Assist in maintaining records relating to theatre activities as directed. l) Observe confidentiality, professional conduct and infection prevention requirements. m) Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.