Location: Galway, County Galway, Ireland
Theatre Healthcare Assistant (Temporary 12 months, Full-time 39 hours per week)
Job reference: b4df010e6054b36d15240a2ae6d5aa2a
Responsibilities
Demonstrate the ability in identifying and assisting in the maintenance of a safe and secure environment.
Demonstrate and have a strong working knowledge of the safe functioning of the operating table and its attachments to achieve patient safety and relevant positioning.
Assist in and implement precautions for client positioning in the operating department to achieve the relevant position.
Assist in transfer and lifting of clients on beds and trolleys safely in the operating theatre under the supervision of the circulating person or sister.
Assist in safe positioning of theatre lights and electrical equipment under the supervision of the circulating person.
Tidy and stock all theatre supplies and anesthetic supplies in each store room.
Liaise and report stock usage in each theatre with the charge nurse.
Ensure linen supply is stocked and tidy.
Ensure all oxygen/nitrous oxide and CO2 gas cylinders are stocked in the Operating Theatres and order when necessary.
Transport specimens to the Laboratory each AM & PM safely and record all items in the specimen book in conjunction with the Laboratory staff.
Collect blood or blood products from the Laboratory as requested by the multidisciplinary team.
Ensure any special requirements for a patient’s surgical needs are available in each theatre.
Check changing rooms for supplies and tidiness and report any problems related to cleaning.
Assist in tidying each theatre and equipment between cases as requested by medical and nursing staff.
Assist the multidisciplinary team with correct disposal of waste from theatre to disposal room, including suction liners with correct bag type, color labeling, and safe seal.
Observe hospital policies for the safe disposal of sharps, including correct closing and labeling of sharp boxes.
Perform any other duties as assigned by the manager.
Qualifications
QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support – Essential.
Previous experience in a similar role desirable.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Flexibility in work practices.
Application & Equality
Closing date for receipt of applications: Monday, June 08th 2026 @ 4.30 pm
Blackrock Health Galway Clinic is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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