Theatre Technician III 4 positions at Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital (KUTRRH)

Job Purpose

To provide technical support in operating theatres and the Central Sterile Supplies Department (CSSD) by preparing and maintaining surgical instruments, sterilizing equipment, and ensuring a clean, safe, and efficient environment.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Maintaining procedure room and operating theatre equipment to ensure a clean, safe, and efficient environment for patients and staff.

2. Ensuring the operating room table and floor are sterilized and linen and rubbish are removed at the conclusion of each procedure.

3. Collecting and returning all necessary equipment required for procedures.

4. Sterilizing instruments and carrying out decontamination processes.

5. Assembling operating instruments and sets.

6. Wrapping items for sterilization.

7. Storing sterile sets and packs appropriately.

8. Issuing sterile sets and packs to operating room staff and maintaining accurate records.

9. Providing assistance to staff with the movement of patients within the operating theatre and promoting patient safety at all times.

10. Any other duty as may be assigned.

Key Qualifications and Experience Requirements

1. Certificate in Theatre Technician course or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

2. Proficiency in computer applications.

3. Compliance with Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya.

Core Competencies

1. Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

2. Responsive, prompt and effective provision of services.

3. High level of collaboration and teamwork within a multidisciplinary environment.

4. Effective time management and organizational skills.

5. Ethical practice and professional integrity.

Terms of Service

The successful candidate will be engaged on permanent & pensionable terms.

• Curriculum Vitae - CV
• Cover Letter/Application Letter
• Certificate in Theatre Technician course or its equivalent qualification