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Unit Manager – Theatre
Cape Town Waterfront Eye Hospital, V&A Waterfront, Western Cape
Full-Time | Private Specialist Hospital Group
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 Unit Manager – Theatre to lead our surgical theatre team in delivering world-class care.
About the Role
As the Unit Manager – Theatre, you will play a key leadership role in managing the day-to-day operations of our ophthalmic theatre, 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 theatre operations and nursing staff
- Ensure optimal staff performance through evaluation, training, and mentorship
- Maintain theatre 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 authorization
- 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:
ceo@eyelaserclinic.co.za
To apply for this job email your details to ceo@eyelaserclinic.co.za