Theatre Healthcare Assistant - UPMC Kildare

at  UPMC

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Relevant FETAC Level 5 qualification.
• At least six months’ experience in a care environment.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Strong communication skills.

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous experience working as a Healthcare Assistant in a Theatre Environment.
  Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits

OVERVIEW OF ROLE:

The role of the Theatre Healthcare Assistant is to support the nursing team and consultants within Theatre. The role involves preparing Theatres for surgery, assisting in the transfer of patients to and from Theatre and ensuring that the Theatre environment is always clean and sterile.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To prepare operating theatres for surgery ensuring they are clean, sterile and all required equipment is in place.
• To transport patients to and from the operating theatres.
• To assist RGN in the setting of quality standards, including monitoring and reviewing in line with current clinical guidelines and policy.
• To liaise with stores regarding replenishing of stock, using requisitions as set out by the stores department.
• To ensure all stock areas, sluices, and general areas are kept clutter free and tidy at all times.
• To liaise with facilities management regarding maintenance of equipment and the facility in general.
• To escort patients as required to other departments within the hospital assuring the health and safety of patients, self and colleagues at all times.
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