Unit Manager Theatre

About the position

Are you an experienced Theatre Unit Manager or Shift Leader ready to take responsibility for the clinical and operational management of a theatre unit? This opportunity in Lenasia, Gauteng is suited to a Theatre-trained nursing professional with strong leadership and organisational skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate the day-to-day clinical and operational activities of the Theatre unit.
• Ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care in accordance with professional nursing standards and hospital policies.
• Provide effective leadership, guidance and support to nursing and theatre staff.
• Coordinate staff allocation, duty rosters and shift requirements to ensure appropriate staffing levels.
• Monitor compliance with infection prevention, patient safety and quality assurance standards.
• Ensure that theatre procedures, policies and protocols are consistently implemented and maintained.
• Monitor the availability and appropriate use of theatre equipment, stock and other resources.
• Support staff development, performance management and ongoing clinical training within the unit.
• Maintain accurate clinical and administrative records and ensure that required audits and quality processes are completed.
• Promote effective communication and collaboration between the Theatre team, medical practitioners and other departments.
• Assist with managing operational challenges and escalating issues appropriately.
• Ensure compliance with the SANC code, applicable healthcare legislation and professional standards.

Minimum Requirements:

• Diploma/Degree in Nursing.
• Relevant Nursing Management qualification.
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience as a Unit Manager or Shift Leader within Theatre.
• Compliance with the SANC Code for a Registered Nurse and all applicable healthcare legislation.
• Compulsory Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced computer literacy.
• Flexible approach to working hours and shifts.
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage a busy theatre environment while maintaining high standards of patient care.

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Desired Skills:

• Strong leadership
• organisational
• communication skills
• Unit Manager Theatre