Leading Hand Operating Theatre Assistant - Full-Time or Part-Time

Healthe Care Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthe Care Pty Ltd’s Hurstville Private Hospital in Sydney is seeking a Leading Hand Operating Theatre Assistant, full-time or part-time, to lead the perioperative team and support safe, efficient operating theatre operations.

You will supervise daily theatre activities, assist nursing and clinical staff, and uphold infection prevention and safety policies in a busy surgical environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading or coordinating a small clinical team.
• Strong communication and customer service within healthcare settings.
• Commitment to delivering high‑quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Safely transfer patients to and from operating theatres and perioperative areas.
• Assist with patient positioning and manual handling per safe work practices.
• Prepare and set up theatres for surgical procedures; maintain cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Cert III Health Services (HSA) / Health Support

Job description

Leading Hand Operating Theatre Assistant - Full-Time or Part-Time

Leading Hand Operating Theatre Assistant

Care is our passion. People are our business. Excellence is our standard. Growth is our ambition.

Are you highly motivated? Do you pride yourself on integrity? Are you interested in career development, progression, flexibility and want a “Healthe” work/life balance?

Who we are

Hurstville Private Hospital is all about Real People and Extraordinary Care. We are committed to the provision of high standards of health care delivery and continually strive to improve performance.

We are an acute surgical facility comprising of 157 beds, owned and operated by Healthe Care Pty Ltd. Hurstville Private is located 16km southeast of Sydney’s CBD and enjoys employment of diverse culture mix and backgrounds.

What our patients say about us

‘fantastic staff that go the extra mile every step of the way’

As a Leading Hand Operating Theatre Assistant

You will play a vital role within our perioperative team, helping to ensure a safe, efficient, and supportive environment for patients, clinicians, and visitors. You will provide leadership and operational support while contributing to the smooth day-to-day functioning of the operating theatre complex.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely transfer patients to and from operating theatres and perioperative areas.
• Assist with patient positioning and manual handling in accordance with safe work practices.
• Prepare and set up operating theatres to support surgical procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well‑organised theatre environment throughout operating sessions.
• Support nursing and clinical staff to facilitate efficient theatre operations.
• Assist in supervising and coordinating the daily activities of the Theatre Assistant team.
• Ensure adherence to infection prevention, workplace health and safety, and organisational policies and procedures.

About You

You are a reliable, motivated, and proactive individual who thrives in a fast‑paced healthcare environment. You demonstrate excellent teamwork, a strong commitment to patient‑centred care, and the ability to lead by example.

Essential Criteria

• Previous experience working as a Theatre Orderly or Operating Theatre Assistant (highly regarded but not essential).
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to support and coordinate a team.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care and service.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Flexibility to work rotating AM and PM shifts, Monday to Friday.
• Sound understanding of workplace health and safety practices, including manual handling principles.

Desirable Criteria

• Certificate III in Health Services Assistance, Health Support Services, or equivalent qualification.
• Previous experience in a perioperative environment.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control practices within a healthcare setting.

Why Join Us?

Join a dedicated perioperative team committed to delivering safe, high-quality care in a supportive and professional environment. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to positive patient outcomes while developing your leadership skills within a dynamic healthcare setting.

Applications Close

Tuesday 17 November 2026 @ 5:00pm

Position Enquiries & Application

Position Enquires & Application (including current CV and cover letter addressing Essential Criteria) to:

Alanna Clifford

Operational Manager - Perioperative Services

Email: ***************@healthecare.com.au