Scrub Technician

About the role

Sabenza IT & Recruitment is seeking a Scrub Technician in Cape Town to support Territory Managers. The role covers equipment management, administration and case coverage within the operational environment.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in handing instruments and supplies to the surgeon or surgical team during procedures
• Prepare surgical drapes and sterile coverings for surgical sites
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team by preparing instruments and supplies in advance
• Identify opportunities to support sales and increase sales
• Document surgical procedures, including instruments used, materials and specific notes
• Help manage inventory by keeping track of surgical supplies
• Address product concerns promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and escalate unresolved queries to management
• Conduct regular workshops with doctors and scrub sisters
• Complete weekly and monthly reports, stock takes and quotes for repairs and product orders
• Report product-related adverse events to management

Required profile

• Matric (NCE)
• 2+ years of prior scrubbing or related experience
• Anatomy training or qualification is advantageous
• Valid driver's licence
• Clear background checks

Required skills

• Basic product knowledge of medical devices, their features, applications and benefits
• Intermediate sales technique, including customer engagement and objection handling
• Basic customer relationship management with healthcare professionals and institutions
• Clear verbal and written communication with clients, internal teams and stakeholders
• Intermediate presentation skills for product demonstrations and educational sessions
• Team collaboration across the sales team and other departments
• Knowledge of industry regulations, ethical selling practices and compliance