HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT, OPERATION THEATRE

KPJ Selangor Specialist Hospital; Selangor; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

KPJ Selangor Specialist Hospital is seeking a dedicated healthcare assistant to provide basic nursing care and support in the operating theatre. The role requires assisting with patient transfers, maintaining sterile environments, and upholding infection control standards.

Fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia, a relevant Malaysia cert, and willingness to work shifts are essential. Experience in a hospital setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Basic nursing care requiring compassion and accuracy.
• Ability to notify nursing leaders about care quality issues.
• Experience supporting theatre, sterile services and patient transfer.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care aligned with hospital vision and objectives.
• Notify nursing leaders of any situation affecting quality of care.
• Assist in operating theatre routines and maintain sterility and hygiene.

Skills

Fluent English

Bahasa Malaysia

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Shift willingness

Education

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia

Job description

ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT

Providebasicnursing care that aligns with the vision, mission, philosophy, goals, andobjectivesof the nursing services and the hospital. Notify the nursing leaders of anysituationsthatimpactthe quality of care. Obtainunitreport and assignment at the beginning of each shiftand performadditionaltasks as assigned by the Unit Manager or Senior Registered Nurse. Daily routinein Operation theatre: Perform thorough cleaning each morning, including sanitizing operating tables, lamps, andothers. Inspect supplies and gas cylinders to ensure their safety and guarantee well‑stockedanesthesiamachine. Transportpatients from the ward, transporting the patient to the induction room, andassistingthe patient until they are evaluated by an anesthetist. Transportpatients to the operating room andassistin their safe lifting onto the operating table. Provide assistance tothe anesthetist, adjust the operating light according to the surgeon's instructions, and consistentlymaintainthe sterility and cleanliness of the operating theatre. Transportthe patient to the recovery room andassistin their comfort. Conducts regular nursing rounds to assess patients’ needs and communicate with them and their families. Perform cleaning of thefloors, operating tables, walls, and lamps, as well asdisinfectionof the operating theatre (OT) and scrub room after each procedure. Conduct weekly cleaning of the entire unit tomaintainhigh standardsof cleanliness and hygiene. Keeps theunit, store,fridgeand its facilities clean and tidy. Collectpharmacyand surgical supplies frompharmacy andthe store asrequiredtomaintainadequate stock levels for operations. Answer phone calls and relay messages. Attendants to patients call the bell promptly. Ensureportable oxygencontinuous supply for emergency needs Assiststhe trained staff in various aspects: Carried out ofbasicnursing care, such as patient comfort, safety, nutrition, hygiene, transfer, dressing, intravenous lines, catheterization, etc. Cleans and disinfects the trolley and instruments after use and stores themproperly. Records the daily charges for the items used in theunitand updates the patients’ charges accordingly. Lifts, turns, and positions patients safely using the correct body mechanics. Accompanies the consultantor anaesthetistin performing proceduresand involve in all activities in operation theatrein the absence of trained staff. Daily routine in Central Sterile Supply Services Receive and inspect returned sets from wards. Distribute sterilized sets on an exchange basis. Clean and dry various instruments. Inspect the instruments are functional and sets are complete. Prepare and label sets for sterilization. Uphold cleanliness in workspaces, including sinks, tables, and trolleys. Keep the linen store and stock areas tidy and well-organized. Assistin inventory management for linen and instruments. Procure necessary solutions, tapes, sutures, and instruments from the store. Attend meetings held by the service.

HUMAN RESOURCE AND DEVELOPMENT

Proactive in our own learning and development, and to meet theminimumrequirement of 20 hours of continuing education per year. Involve orientingnew staffmembers to theunitroutines. Maintain a record of personal leave and training attendance.

POLICIES AND PROCEDURE

Adhere to the hospital's policies and nursing code of conduct, ensuring patient confidentiality and standard infection control practices are upheld.

FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT

Assistthe trained staff in managing the proper storage, condition, and availability of biomedical equipment in the unit,maintaininga sufficient supply of ward stock, andmaintainingaccuraterecords for equipment, medical supplies, and consumable item specimen collections.

SAFETY AND QUALITY IMPROVEMENT ACTIVITIES

Participate in new services,comply with5S activities, patient safety policies, and adherence to ISO, MSQH, JCI, PSG, and NNA, ensurecomplywith patient safety goals, and occupational safety measures. Adhere to the Occupational Safety and Health Act and Regulations 1994, take reasonable care at work, cooperate with employers, wear proper PPE, and follow all safety and health instructions and measures.

Education

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia Certified healthcare assistants would be a priority.

Knowledge and Experiences

Experience working in a hospital setting is an advantage.

Special skills required

Able to converse fluently and write in English language and Bahasa Malaysia.

Personal attributes

Haveinterpersonal and communication skills. Caring, honest, and responsible worker. Willingness to work on scheduled hours, shifts and weekends, public holidays and any time called during an emergency.

About the Employer

KPJ Healthcare Berhad is founded on the vision of being the preferred healthcare provider in the region. We are focused on delivering world‑class quality healthcare services throughout our regional footprint across 5 countries, namely Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Bangladesh, and Australia. We are in search of remarkable people to join us in exploring and discovering better healthcare solutions together. Whether you are a student, a graduate, or an experienced professional, discover the impact you could make with a career at KPJ.