Operating Theatre Assistant — Rotating Shifts

NSW Health; Wingecarribee; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading

One extra day off each month

Job summary

NSW Health is seeking an Operating Assistant to support the perioperative team. The role involves preparing theatre equipment, transporting patients and materials, and assisting with patient transfer and positioning while ensuring safety and hygiene in the operating suite.

Excellent communication and attention to detail are essential, with a willingness to learn new skills in a dynamic clinical environment. The position may involve a 7-day rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience in an operating theatre or similar clinical environment.
• Willingness to learn new skills required of an Operating Assistant.
• Ability to work a 7-day rotating roster including mornings/afternoons/nights, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of operating theatre equipment.
• Transport of patients, specimens and equipment.
• Assist with transfer, positioning, prepping and/or physical support of patients.
• Clean floors and furniture; remove soiled linen and waste.
• Restock supplies and maintain safe, hygienic conditions within the operating suite.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Safety and hygiene awareness

Job description

NSW Health is seeking an Operating Assistant to support the perioperative team. The role involves preparing theatre equipment, transporting patients and materials, and assisting with patient transfer and positioning while ensuring safety and hygiene in the operating suite.

Excellent communication and attention to detail are essential, with a willingness to learn new skills in a dynamic clinical environment. The position may involve a 7-day rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays.