Editorial summary

The company is seeking an Operating Theatre Assistant in the healthcare sector to support patient care before, during, and after surgical procedures. The role involves preparing and maintaining operating theatres, ensuring equipment readiness, handling linen and waste in compliance with infection control and safety standards, and safely transferring patients between wards and theatres. Key requirements include adherence to infection control protocols, ability to assist across multiple stages of surgery, and attention to safety and logistics. Compensation is 2800.

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Job description

[This job https://singapore.job-q.com/jobs/detail/operating-theatre-assistant-healthcare-39582 first appeared in Job-Q.com on 23 Oct 2026]

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care activities before, during, and after surgical procedures.
• Prepare and set up operating theatres based on the daily surgery schedule.
• Ensure operating theatre equipment is checked, maintained, and ready for use.
• Collect, bag, and remove soiled linen from operating theatres, disposal rooms, and changing areas.
• Handle the segregation and disposal of general and biohazard waste in compliance with infection control and safety standards.
• Safely transfer and escort patients between wards and operating theatres.
• Provide dispatch, transportation, and logistical support as required.
• Monitor, replenish, and organize operating theatre supplies and consumables to ensure smooth operations.

Requirements

• Minimum secondary school education or equivalent.
• Able to work on a 3-shift rotating schedule, including weekends and public holidays.
• Committed to maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and infection control.
• Responsible, dependable, and able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Prior healthcare or hospital support experience will be an advantage, though training will be provided for suitable candidates.

Interested candidates who wish to apply for the advertised position, please click on “Apply”. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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