About Medi Careers
As a trusted and forward-thinking specialist recruitment process outsourcing firm, we specialize in proactive sourcing and placement of top talent with exceptional skills around the world. We curate talent pipelines for top employers and create access to career opportunities.
Why a Career Transition as a Unit Manager-Theatre?
A career as a Unit Manager in Theatre is responsible for leading a quality and safe patient care experience that meets the set clinical standards through the optimal management of human and organisational resources within a structured unit.
Core Responsibilities
- Ensure safe patient care by meeting set clinical quality standards according to company policies and procedures
- Manage and mitigate clinical risks in the unit
- Lead and manage the staff in the unit
- Manage the unit’s operational and capital expenses according to financial and budget guidelines and ensure optimal utilisation of resources
- Manage and actively contribute to a positive patient experience in the hospital
- Support the achievement of interdepartmental outcomes
- Manage key stakeholder relations
Minimum Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in Nursing and additionally a Postgraduate qualification in the unit’s specialist area
- 5 years professional nursing experience in a hospital and 3 years leadership experience in a hospital
- Experience in infection prevention and control
- Experience in auditing and accreditation processes
- Must have nursing functional knowledge
Core Competencies
- Able to respond effectively to unexpected situations during surgery
- Ability to make quick, informed decisions, especially in high-pressure situations
- Be aware of team dynamics and individual needs, offering appropriate support
- Find solutions to complex problems with available resources, even under pressure
Join our Talent Pipeline, Register or Apply
For secure registration, application, or to join our talent pipeline, visit our career page at Medi Careers. Medi Careers is a division of Think-Career™ Group and a proud member of APSO.
Disclaimer
At Medi Careers, we will ensure that no job applicant receives less favourable treatment because of their gender, marital or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, colour, race, ethnic origin, religion, disability, or age; nor be disadvantaged by any other conditions or requirements which are irrelevant.
More Information
- Address Gauteng, South Africa
- Salary Offer Monthly Market Related
- Experience Level Senior Manager
- Total Years Experience 5
- Academic Qualification Bachelor's Degree
- Working Hours Office
- Retirement Scheme None
- Healthcare None


