Anitah Ayabei

Prepared the operating theatre, instruments, equipment, and supplies before surgical procedures Set up and arranged surgical instruments according to the type of procedure Assisted in receiving, identifying, positioning, and preparing patients for surgery

Theatre Technologist at Mbagathi County Referral Hospital (2026-05 – 2026-08)

• Prepared the operating theatre, instruments, equipment, and supplies before surgical procedures
• Set up and arranged surgical instruments according to the type of procedure
• Assisted in receiving, identifying, positioning, and preparing patients for surgery
• Participated in surgical safety checks and the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist
• Maintained sterile technique and helped prevent contamination of the sterile field
• Assisted with instrument, swab, needle, and other surgical item counts
• Cleaned and decontaminated surgical instruments after procedures
• Assisted in inspection, drying, packing, and preparation of instruments for sterilization
• Assisted in checking and preparing the anesthesia machine, oxygen cylinders, suction machine, and diathermy equipment
• Followed infection-prevention and control measures within the operating theatre
• Practiced proper segregation and disposal of healthcare waste
• Assisted with patient transfer and handover after surgical procedures
• Assisted in maintaining appropriate theatre records and documentation
• Worked closely with surgeons, anaesthetists, nurses, and other theatre staff
• Developed effective communication and teamwork skills within the multidisciplinary theatre team
• Followed theatre protocols, safety procedures, and standard operating procedures

Theatre technician at Life Care Hospital Eldoret (2024-05 – 2024-10)

• Set up, operate, and maintain lighting, sound, and multimedia equipment
• Build and paint sets, stages, and props
• Operate flying and rigging systems, such as hoists and flying bars
• Provide technical and creative support to users of the theater
• Ensure the safe use and storage of equipment, and maintain health and safety standards
• Perform first-line maintenance on equipment, machines, and furniture
• Liaise with relevant departments and individuals
• Assist during production weeks to ensure smooth rehearsals and production
• Maintain records of equipment and supplies

Theatre technician at Nairobi Women's Hospital (2023-08 – 2024-01)

• Assisted in the design and implementation of the lighting plan for a production, including hanging, focusing, and positioning lights in accordance with the lighting designer's plan
• Ran the lighting board during performances, executing lighting cues as planned, and making adjustments as needed
• Troubleshot and repaired lighting fixtures, cables, and control boards
• Constructed and set up stage elements such as platforms, walls, and props, often working from a designer's plans
• Managed any flying scenery or curtain systems, ensuring they are installed correctly and operated safely
• Managed the movement of set pieces during scene changes, sometimes directly handling them or overseeing stagehands
• Made sure all equipment is used safely and that the stage is free of hazards
• Prepared to handle any technical emergencies, such as power outages or equipment failures
• Worked closely with the production team to ensure that the technical aspects align with the artistic vision
• Managed communication between the crew during performances to ensure that everything runs smoothly
• Assisted during technical rehearsals to test lighting, sound, and scene transitions and made adjustments to cues or equipment as the production evolves during the rehearsal process

Diploma in Perioperative Theatre Technology – Goshen Medical and Technical College (2025-05)

Certificate in Perioperative Theatre Technician – The Nairobi Women's Hospital College (2023-05 – 2025-07)

K.C.S.E (Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education) – Sugoi Girls Secondary School (2018-01 – 2022-04)

K.C.P.E (Kenya Certificate of Primary Education) – Kuinet Junior Academy (2007-01 – 2017-12)