Operating Theatre Assistant - Casual Pool

NSW Health; Windsor; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Health in Windsor NSW is seeking an Opera­tional Theatre Assistant for a casual pool to support perioperative services and patient transport within Hawkesbury District Hospital. You will work with surgical teams to ensure patients are prepared for procedures and cared for throughout their hospital journey.

The role requires flexibility for a 24/7 rotating roster including weekends and public holidays, with emphasis on safety, teamwork and continuous learning in a busy operating theatre

Qualifications

• Experience in a care setting with cleaning duties.
• Able to meet physical demands of the role.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of Work Health and Safety and Infection Control guidelines.
• Ability to work independently and complete tasks.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to work in an operating theatre environment with rotating rosters.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of perioperative services and maintenance of essential equipment.
• Transport surgical patients safely throughout the facility.
• Prepare patients for and support them through their surgical journey.
• Collaborate with medical, nursing and multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient operation.

Skills

Care setting experience

English communication

WH&S knowledge

Infection control

Independent work

Teamwork

OT environment

Shift work

Job description

Operating Theatre Assistant - Casual Pool

Employment Type:Casual
Position Classification:Ops Assistant - Others
Location: Hawkesbury District Hospital
Remuneration:$33.83 - $34.72 per hour
Requisition ID:REQ707418
Applications Close: 22/11/2026

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment,
working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

About Us

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Region.

Hawkesbury District Health Service is a teaching hospital in Windsor NSW, providing acute, community and allied health services for the local community and surrounding districts. The service provides 24-hour emergency, medical, surgical, diagnostic, maternity, neonatal, paediatric, palliative, intensive and coronary care services.

Join a dedicated healthcare team where your contribution plays an important role in supporting patient care and clinical services. As an Operations Assistant, you will work closely with medical, nursing and multidisciplinary teams to help ensure the smooth and efficient delivery of care within a dynamic healthcare environment.

In this varied and hands-on role, you will support the delivery of perioperative services through the maintenance and provision of essential clinical equipment and the safe transportation of surgical patients throughout the facility. Working closely with healthcare professionals, you will help ensure patients are prepared for and supported throughout their surgical journey while contributing to the efficient day-to-day operation of the service.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team where you can develop your skills, build valuable healthcare experience and make a meaningful contribution to the delivery of high-quality care. The role operates on a 24/7 rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays, supporting the delivery of essential healthcare services.

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to support patients and healthcare professionals in a dynamic clinical environment, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees

• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging
• Novated Leasing
• Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Fitness Passport

What you will bring to the role

• Previous experience in working with people in a care setting, undertaking cleaning duties, manual handling and/or providing general assistance in a health or aged care setting
• Be able to meet the physical demands of the position as listed in the physical requirements in the position description.
• Good communication skills in English - both written and verbal. Ability to communicate effectively across a multi-disciplinary work environment upholding the CORE principles of the organisation.
• Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of Work Health and Safety and Safe Work Practices, including safe manual handling and display a thorough knowledge of Infection Control guidelines and policies
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, completing set tasks effectively.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team, supporting others and taking directions from supervisors or other staff as appropriate.
• Willingness to work within an operating theatre environment, around surgical procedures, as part of the broader care Team, with the ability to effectively demonstrate problem solving, time management and prioritisation skills in a Multidisciplinary Surgical work environment.
• Ability and willingness to work shifts, on a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays.

Additional Information

• NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply
• Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit the Stepping Up website
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.