Overview
Operating Theatre Coordinator
Company: King’s College Hospital London, Dubai
Location: Dubai, UAE
Requirements
– Bachelor’s degree preferred.
– Minimum 2 years of experience in a hospital or healthcare setting.
– Previous scheduling, reception, administration, or clerical experience within healthcare is an advantage.
– Good understanding of medical terminology.
– Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
– Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
– Ability to multitask, prioritize effectively, and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
– Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and delivering high-quality patient care.
Key Responsibilities
– Coordinate and manage daily operating theatre schedules.
– Schedule surgical procedures in collaboration with surgeons, anesthetists, and theatre managers.
– Confirm procedure dates and arrival times with patients.
– Verify insurance approvals and required documentation.
– Coordinate pre-anesthesia consultations and ensure patient readiness for surgery.
– Liaise with multidisciplinary teams to ensure equipment, supplies, and resources are available.
– Communicate daily operating schedules with all relevant departments.
– Monitor cancellations and maintain accurate scheduling records.
– Provide administrative support to the Operating Theatre department.
– Maintain effective communication with patients, physicians, nursing teams, and other stakeholders.
