Casual Perioperative Support & Transport

Western Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Sydney Local Health District invites applications for Casual Operations Assistant roles at Westmead Hospital. You will support clinical teams across surgical and recovery areas, assisting with patient transfers, positioning, and equipment setup in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires experience in operating suites, knowledge of equipment and safety practices, and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience in patient transportation and positioning within an Operating Suite, able to adapt to Perioperative demands.
• Knowledge of operating room equipment and basic maintenance.
• Understanding of Work Health and Safety and manual handling requirements.
• Ability to communicate with patients, staff and managers.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with patient transfers and positioning
• Cleaning and preparing surgical equipment
• Operating equipment safely and responsibly
• Supporting staff in setup before procedures
• Providing compassionate, person-centred care

Skills

Patient transport

Perioperative care

Manual handling

Communication

Job description

Western Sydney Local Health District invites applications for Casual Operations Assistant roles at Westmead Hospital. You will support clinical teams across surgical and recovery areas, assisting with patient transfers, positioning, and equipment setup in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires experience in operating suites, knowledge of equipment and safety practices, and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe patient care.