Theatre Assistant US NGO Jobs – International Rescue Committee (IRC)

About the Organization

The International Rescue Committee is a global humanitarian aid, relief, and development nongovernmental organization.

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. The International Rescue Committee provides vital support to Ugandans who are rebuilding from decades of war while hosting a growing influx of refugees from South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee (www.rescue.org) is a world leader in relief, rehabilitation and post-conflict development services for those uprooted or affected by violent conflict and oppression. The IRC is currently working in over 40 countries around the world, addressing both the immediate and lifesaving needs of conflict affected people in emergencies and the reconstruction needs of post-conflict societies.

The IRC began programming in northern Uganda in 1998 in response to mass displacement and devastation wrought by rebel group, the Lord’s Resistance Army. In 2002, the IRC expanded to the remote, conflict-affected region of Karamoja and in 2011, began working with refugees in Kampala. Monitoring the influx of South Sudanese refugees at the end of 2015, the IRC began scaling up its response to refugees arriving in the West Nile region. By promoting durable solutions that deliver on the interdependent aims of saving lives, strengthening institutions, and supporting social cohesion, the IRC in Uganda is laying the building blocks for long-term stability and development –bringing people from harm to home. The IRC currently works in 9 districts in Uganda, including Kitgum, Lamwo, Kyegegwa, Moroto, Amudat, Yumbe, Arua, Kasese and Kampala.

Job Description

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC works with people forced to flee from war, conflict and disaster and the host communities which support them, as well as those who remain within their homes and communities. At work today in over 40 countries and 25 U.S. cities, we improve outcomes in the areas of health, safety, economic wellbeing, education, and power.
Job Summary: Responsible for preparing and sterilizing theatre equipment, instruments and surfaces according to hygiene standards and procedures to ensure high quality of care and safe environment for the patients and fellow health workers.

Duties and Responsibilities

Strictly apply all specific sterilization and hygiene protocols and security rules, proactively seek advice and clarification from the anesthetic officer about the specific protocols to follow in each specific case.
Sterilize all surgical equipment and instruments and prepare surgical trolleys for the operation.
Assist the surgical team before, during and after the operation as required.
Assist in preparing patients for surgery, explaining procedures and transporting patients between ward and operating room.
Scrub, mask, and gown the surgical team.
Pass surgical instruments to surgeon, cut sutures, apply dressing, and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.

Dispose off surgical wastes safely in accordance with IPC protocols and procedures.
Ensure biomedical equipment is in good working condition by using in accordance with the user manual, perform cleaning and minor maintenance and alert supervisor in case of malfunction.
Ensure that medical practice is conducted with the highest level of integrity and ethics according to professional and IRC code of conduct.
Forecasting and ordering for theatre supplies in conjunction with the rest of the theatre team.
Any other responsibilities as maybe assigned by the supervisor.

Qualification, Experiences and Competencies

A certificate in theatre techniques from a recognized institution.
Must be registered with the allied health practitioner’s council.
Must have a valid practicing license.
At least two (2) years of relevant experience.
A good command of the English language
Ability to maintain the highest degree of discretion and confidentiality.

Must be detail-oriented and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Excellent organizational, communication and time management skills.
Honest, reliable and trustworthy.
Willing to adhere to and implement the IRC rules.
Good inter-personal interpersonal.