Operating Theatre Support Specialist (Rotating Shifts)

NHG Health; Singapore; On-site; SGD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH), part of NHG Health, is seeking an Operating Theatre Assistant to support safe and efficient surgical care. You will assist in preparing theatres, support patient transfers, and maintain a clean, organized environment.

This role requires reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare setting, with rotating 3-shift schedules including weekends and public holidays.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work rotating 3-shift schedules, including weekends and public holidays.
• Ability to perform duties involving prolonged standing, walking, pushing equipment and assisting with patient transfers.
• Team-oriented and able to work independently when required.
• Demonstrates high standards of hygiene, infection control and safety.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care activities before, during and after surgical procedures.
• Prepare operating theatres according to the daily surgical schedule.
• Check and ensure readiness of operating theatre equipment.
• Collect and manage soiled linen from theatres and changing rooms.
• Segregate and dispose of general and biohazard waste per safety rules.
• Transport patients between wards and the operating theatre.
• Provide despatch and logistical support as needed.
• Maintain operating theatre supplies and inventory.
• Adhere to infection control and safety procedures.

Skills

Shift work

Teamwork

Infection control

Safety awareness

Patient transfers

Education

Secondary education or equivalent qualification

Job description

Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH), part of NHG Health, is seeking an Operating Theatre Assistant to support safe and efficient surgical care. You will assist in preparing theatres, support patient transfers, and maintain a clean, organized environment.

This role requires reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare setting, with rotating 3-shift schedules including weekends and public holidays.