Unit Manager – Theatre

Johannesburg, South AfricaFull-timeSeniorOn-sitePosted 9 Nov 2026

Job Overview

Clinix Health Group is recruiting a Unit Manager for its operating theatre unit in Soweto, Johannesburg (advert closes 17 November 2026). The role plans, monitors, coordinates and oversees the unit's operations and processes to ensure quality patient care and the overall running of the unit, including managing the roles and responsibilities of ward clerks, RNs, ENs and ENAs.

The Unit Manager takes responsibility for mentoring, coaching, training and developing nursing staff, managing the unit budget with a focus on cost saving and stakeholder engagement, and driving SHERQ, infection-control and National Core Standards compliance across the theatre complex.

Key Responsibilities

- Plan and organise multiple work outputs by assigning tasks and priorities in line with Unit standards

Plan, supervise and assess quality nursing standards and ensure efficient execution of required tasks

Translate and drive adherence to SANC and other regulatory principles and standards across the unit

Facilitate and maintain the doctors' theatre list allocation and ensure all required equipment is set for procedures

Organise and monitor stock levels, ensuring an effective stock management system is implemented

Manage ward clerks, RNs, RNAs and ENAs and drive service optimisation

Supervise adherence to aseptic technique and theatre SOPs to prevent cross infection

Develop and co-ordinate the yearly SHERQ action plan and roadmap, reporting progress at Group forums

Support the Hospital Manager in the annual review of National Core Standards and retain quality accreditations

Formulate infection prevention and control guidelines and maintain an updated risk register

Required Qualifications

Cur/Diploma in General Nursing
Diploma or Degree in Operating Room Nursing plus a Nursing Administration qualification
Experience in theatre scrub disciplines: Ophthalmic, Gynaecology, ENT, General Surgery, Orthopaedic, Maxillofacial
Current registration with the South African Nursing Council and BLS qualification
3+ years' experience at managerial/supervisory level or previous experience as an Acting Unit Manager
Risk Management / Occupational Health / Infection Control certificate, ACLS/PALS/ATLS and private hospital experience advantageous

Skills & Requirements

Theatre NursingOperating Room ManagementNursing LeadershipInfection Prevention & ControlSHERQClinical GovernanceSANC ComplianceStock ManagementBudget ManagementStaff Training & MentoringPatient SafetyRisk Management