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Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for surgical procedures and ensure they are positioned correctly.
• Sterilize, arrange, and manage surgical instruments and equipment before each operation.
• Maintain strict aseptic techniques and uphold infection control standards in the operating theatre.
• Assist surgeons and anaesthetists during procedures by handing instruments and anticipating their needs.
• Monitor and record patients’ vital signs throughout surgical procedures.
• Perform accurate counts of instruments, sponges, and sharps before, during, and after surgery.
• Support patients during post-operative recovery and assist in transferring them to the recovery room.
• Document surgical procedures, nursing interventions, and patient information accurately.
• Ensure the operating theatre is clean, organized, and fully stocked for each procedure.
• Collaborate with the surgical team and follow all hospital policies, safety guidelines, and regulatory standards.

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Job Summary

• We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Fertility Counselor to provide emotional and psychological support to individuals and couples undergoing fertility treatments.
• The ideal candidate will have expertise in reproductive health, mental health counseling, and guiding patients through the challenges associated with infertility and assisted reproductive technologies (ART).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and couples counseling to those experiencing fertility-related stress and emotional distress.
• Offer support in decision-making related to fertility treatments, including IVF, egg/sperm donation, surrogacy, and adoption.
• Conduct psychological assessments for patients undergoing third-party reproduction (e.g., egg/sperm donors and surrogates).
• Educate patients on coping strategies, stress management, and emotional well-being throughout their fertility journey.
• Work collaboratively with medical professionals, embryologists, and support staff to ensure a holistic approach to patient care.
• Facilitate support groups and educational workshops for individuals and couples facing fertility challenges.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in compliance with ethical and legal guidelines.
• Stay updated on best practices, new treatments, and research in reproductive psychology and infertility counseling.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Counselling, Social Work, or a related field
• Certification in fertility counselling (preferred) or experience working with patients undergoing fertility treatments.
• Strong knowledge of reproductive medicine, ART, and the emotional impact of infertility.
• Excellent communication, empathy, and active listening skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion and cultural competence.
• Experience facilitating support groups and counselling sessions.
• Proficiency in maintaining confidential patient documentation.