Stock Controller – Theatre (Hospital)

About the role

Theatre Stock Controller will join Life Healthcare Group’s Wilgers Hospital, reporting to the Pharmacy Manager. The role ensures that all theatre‑related consumables and medicines are available, accurately recorded and compliant with hospital standards.

Key responsibilities

• Manage stock inventory for the theatre unit, including regular stock‑takes and variance investigations.
• Investigate weekly reports, negative stock situations and outstanding orders.
• Liaise with nursing staff and ward clerks to resolve back‑order and out‑of‑stock queries.
• Order stock from the pharmacy and external suppliers, receive and unpack deliveries, and maintain shelving and bin locations.
• Control cost of sales within the scope of practice and handle patient‑related billing for consignment stock.
• Maintain accurate records for DNFB (Did Not Finish) accounts and support weekend/public‑holiday duties as required.

Required profile

• Matric (Grade 12) qualification.
• Computer literate with strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work under pressure, both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to work weekends and public holidays when needed.

Required skills

• Microsoft Excel
• SAP (Life Healthcare system)
• iMeds
• Impilo