Essential skills: It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to: Apply knowledge of sterilisation methods Apply manual handling procedures Follow procedures for timely set-up, trouble-shooting, and shut-down of equipment Identify basic and routine faults and problems with surgical equipment Identify the range and purpose of a range of operating theatre equipment Maintain client confidentiality Perform minor maintenance procedures Recognise boundary of role in relation to maintenance of operating theatre equipment Recognise hazards related to the use of each item of a range of operating theatre equipment Use correct procedures for: adjustment of surgical equipment attachment and detachment of relevant equipment from clients in the operating room maintenance of sterility turning on/ shutting down surgical equipment Use correct sequencing for the movement and connection of surgical equipment in relation to sterile equipment placement, anaesthetic and surgical team requirements Work as part of a team and follow directions from operating room health professionals In addition, the candidate must be able to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role This includes the ability to: Communicate with health professionals Complete basic arithmetic calculations Deal with difficult co-workers and conflict Demonstrate aseptic technique Demonstrate manual dexterity during medical emergencies Maintain the dignity and privacy of clients Solve problems including the ability to use available resources and prioritise workload Take into account opportunities to address waste minimisation, environmental responsibility and sustainable practice issues Use oral communication skills as required to fulfil job roles in a safe manner and as specified by the organisation, including skills in: asking questions providing clear information listening to and understanding workplace instructions clarifying workplace instructions when necessary literacy in English or a community language, depending on client group and organisation requirements continued ... |