Theatre Attendant — Uganda Heart Institute (UHI)

About Uganda Heart Institute (UHI)

Uganda Heart Institute (UHI) is established by the Uganda Heart Institute Act CAP 258 as an Autonomous Government Entity to undertake and coordinate the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease in Uganda. Our Vision is to be a global centre of excellence in cardiovascular services. We offer a comprehensive range of preventive, promotive and clinical cardiovascular services and conduct cutting-edge research and training in cardiovascular science.

As a specialist cardiovascular facility, UHI relies on a dedicated theatre support team to keep our operating rooms running safely and efficiently. The Theatre Attendant plays a key role in maintaining sterile environments, preparing operating rooms and supporting the surgical team so that life-saving cardiac procedures can be delivered without interruption.

Job Details

• Number of posts: Two (2)
• Salary Scale: UHI 8 MED 2
• Reports to: Theatre Cardiac Nursing Officer
• Work Hours: 8 hours
• Duty Station: Kampala (UHI Headquarters, Mulago – Kampala)
• Job Type: Full-time
• Job Category: Healthcare / Cleaning & Facilities
• Deadline: Wednesday, 11 November 2026 at 5:00 pm

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare Operating Rooms: Set up operating rooms with necessary equipment and supplies, ensuring a sterile environment for surgical procedures.
• Maintain Sterility: Adhere to strict infection prevention control protocols, sterilize equipment, and maintain a clean environment.
• Manage equipment: maintain cleanliness of surgical equipment and ensure equipment is working prior to use.
• Patient care: Assist with patient positioning, transport and preparation for surgery, ensuring their safety and comfort.
• Inventory Management: Monitor and restock surgical supplies and equipment.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of equipment and linen usage, sterilization and inventory.
• CSSD: Assist with handling of used instruments and sets at end of surgery and dispatch to CSSD and picking sterile ones from CSSD to operating room.
• Maintain a safe and comfortable environment.

Qualifications, Skills and Requirements

• Must have at least O. Level certificate (UCE qualifications)
• A certificate in a relevant health field
• At least 12 months of work experience in a relevant role
• Knowledge of infection prevention control protocols and sterile techniques in the operating theatre
• Ability to work effectively in a theatre team and follow instructions from the nursing team
• High standards of cleanliness, attention to detail and reliability

Application Procedure

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the under-listed positions. Eligible persons should address their applications including a cover letter, copies of their academic/professional certificates and transcripts, certificates of registration and valid practicing licenses where applicable, curriculum vitae (CV), O. Level Certificates, A. level certificates (where applicable), copy of the National Identity Card and evidence of work experience where required, to:

• By email: Send online applications to the UHI official recruitment mail: erecruitment@uhi.go.ug
• By hand delivery: Applications can also be hand delivered to Uganda Heart Institute Headquarters, Mulago – Kampala.
• By post: Executive Director, Uganda Heart Institute, P.O. Box 37392, Kampala.

Applications which will be submitted or mailed without complete attachments or any applications which will be sent on any other mail addresses other than one mentioned above, will not be accepted. Applications both physical and online, must be received not later than 5:00 pm on 11th November 2026.

This job advertisement can also be downloaded from the UHI website: www.uhi.go.ug

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Job Summary

• Job Category: Healthcare / Cleaning & Facilities
• Job Type: Full-time
• Deadline of this Job: Wednesday, November 11, 2026
• Duty Station: Kampala (UHI Headquarters, Mulago – Kampala)
• Date Posted: Monday, October 12, 2026
• No of Positions: Two (2)
• Application Link: Apply Now