Assistant Technician (Operating Theatre)

About Us

Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH), an anchor hospital of NHG Health , is one of Singapore's largest and pioneering multidisciplinary hospitals, with a dedicated healthcare team of over 11,000. We operate more than 2,000 beds and provide care across more than 60 clinical disciplines .

Overview

Join our Operating Theatre team and play an important role in supporting safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care. As an Operating Theatre Assistant, you will assist in preparing operating theatres, supporting patient transfers, and maintaining a clean and organised surgical environment.

This role is suitable for individuals who are dependable, attentive to details, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care activities before, during, and after surgical procedures.
• Prepare operating theatres according to the daily surgical schedule.
• Check, maintain, and ensure readiness of operating theatre equipment.
• Collect, bag, and clear soiled linen from operating theatres, disposal areas, and changing rooms.
• Segregate and dispose of general and biohazard waste in accordance with established safety protocols.
• Transport patients safely between wards and the operating theatre.
• Perform despatch and logistical support duties as required.
• Replenish, organise, and maintain operating theatre supplies and inventory.
• Adhere to infection control, workplace safety, and operational procedures.
  
  

Requirements

• Secondary education or equivalent qualification.
• Able to work rotating 3-shift schedules, including weekends and public holidays.
• Able to perform duties that involve prolonged standing, walking, pushing equipment, and assisting with patient transfers.
• Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Attentive to hygiene, infection control, and safety standards.
  
  

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