Theatre Attendant (Leg/Limb Holder)

Servisource Healthcare Perm; Dublin; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Servisource Healthcare in Dublin is recruiting a Theatre Attendant / Leg Holder to join a busy orthopaedic theatre team in a leading private acute hospital. You will support surgeons and nursing staff, assist with patient positioning and transfers, and help maintain theatre equipment.

The ideal candidate has a FETAC Level 5 Healthcare qualification, at least one year of experience, and a patient-focused, detail-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• FETAC Level 5 healthcare qualification with all 8 modules completed.
• Minimum 1 year of healthcare experience.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Orthopaedic theatre or limb-holding experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the multidisciplinary team in delivering high-quality patient care.
• Support surgeons and nursing staff during orthopaedic procedures.
• Assist with patient positioning and transfer.
• Prepare and maintain theatre equipment.
• Support infection prevention and clinical waste management processes.
• Assist with stock management and theatre preparation activities.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patient-focused

Education

FETAC Level 5 Healthcare qualification (all 8 modules completed)

Job description

Servisource Healthcare are recruiting on behalf of a leading private acute hospital in Dublin for a Theatre Attendant / Leg Holder to join a busy and highly specialised theatre department.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced healthcare support professional seeking to further develop their career within a modern surgical environment, working alongside multidisciplinary teams in Orthopaedic Theatres. The role involves supporting theatre staff, assisting during orthopaedic procedures, and helping to ensure the highest standards of patient care and safety.

What you'll need:

• FETAC Level 5 Healthcare qualification (all 8 modules completed)
• Minimum 1 year's experience in a similar healthcare setting
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Strong attention to detail and patient-focused approach
• Ability to work independently and adapt within a fast-paced environment
• Previous orthopaedic theatre or limb-holding experience is desirable
• Full unrestricted right to work in Ireland

Key responsibilities:

• Assist the multidisciplinary team in delivering high-quality patient care
• Support surgeons and nursing staff during orthopaedic procedures
• Assist with patient positioning and transfer
• Prepare and maintain theatre equipment
• Support infection prevention and clinical waste management processes
• Assist with stock management and theatre preparation activities
• Competitive salary in line with HSE pay scales and experience
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative theatre environment