Theater Manager

Nhn; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in South Africa is seeking an experienced Units Manager – Theatres to manage surgical theatre operations in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will be a Registered Nurse with a Post Basic Diploma and 5+ years in a Scrub Nurse role. This role requires strong leadership skills and the ability to ensure excellence in surgical care. We offer a competitive compensation package and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Modern theatre environment

Collaboration with top eye surgeons

Opportunities for professional growth

Competitive compensation

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Scrub Nurse role.
• Professional indemnity cover.
• Own reliable transport.
• Experience in Ophthalmic Surgery (an advantage).

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all theatres operations and nursing staff.
• Ensure optimal staff performance through evaluation, training, and mentorship.
• Monitor and uphold nursing standards, patient safety, and clinical protocols.
• Coordinate surgical procedures, rosters, and after‑hours calls.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Interpersonal and communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Post Basic Diploma in Operating Theatre Technique

Registered Nurse with current SANC registration

Job description

Join South Africa's premier eye surgery network

as we expand our state‑of‑the‑art presence to the iconic Cape Town Waterfront.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Units Manager – Theatres to lead our surgical theatre team in delivering world‑class care.

About the Role

As the Units Manager – Theatres, you will play a key leadership role in managing the day‑to‑day operations of our ophthalmic theatres, ensuring excellence in surgical preparation, patient safety, and staff coordination. You will work closely with our ophthalmologists and surgical team, guiding quality outcomes and operational efficiency while maintaining the highest standards of clinical care.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all theatres operations and nursing staff
• Ensure optimal staff performance through evaluation, training, and mentorship
• Maintain theatres readiness, equipment functionality, and infection control
• Monitor and uphold nursing standards, patient safety, and clinical protocols
• Coordinate surgical procedures, rosters, and after‑hours calls
• Lead quality improvement and enforce adherence to hospital policies
• Ensure accurate documentation, stock control, and cost efficiency
• Medical aid authorisation
• Manage theatre bookings
• Stock Management

Requirements

• Registered Nurse with current SANC registration
• Post Basic Diploma in Operating Theatre Technique (essential)
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Scrub Nurse role
• Proven leadership and team management capabilities
• Professional indemnity cover
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure with attention to detail
• Own reliable transport
• Experience in Ophthalmic Surgery (an advantage)

We Offer

• A modern, high‑performance theatre environment
• Collaboration with some of South Africa's leading eye surgeons
• Opportunities for professional growth in a growing specialist group
• Competitive compensation and support structure

Apply Now

If you meet the requirements and are passionate about delivering excellent surgical care, kindly email your CV and certificates to : #J-