Operating Theatre Support Specialist | Flexible Hours

South Western Sydney Local Health District; Liverpool; Hybrid; AUD 47,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation 12%

Salary packaging

Leave loading 17.5%

Hybrid/Varied hours

Job summary

South Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking an Operations Assistant at Liverpool Hospital to provide patient transport, assist with theatre preparation, and support equipment setup in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Role requires physical stamina for moving equipment and patients, effective communication with clinical staff, and adherence to infection control and safety policies. Hybrid work options and varied hours may apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare or similar environment.
• Ability to coordinate with clinical staff to support patient care and theatre operations.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and efficient patient transport, including preparation and transfer of patients to theatre areas.
• Maintain a clean, safe operating theatre by cleaning theatres, equipment, beds, trolleys and waste in line with policy.
• Prepare operating theatres by setting up required equipment and supporting changing operational needs.

Skills

Patient transport

Theatre cleaning

Equipment setup

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Requisition ID: REQ696535

Employment Type: Permanent or Temporary, Full Time or Part Time, minimum 16 hours per week up to 38 hours per week

Remuneration: $33.83 - $34.72 per hour+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Liverpool Hospital

Applications close: 25/10/26

Contact: Vijay Krishnan - Nurse Unit Manager - Recovery unit and Operating Theatre Assistants on [e-mail] or call on [phone]

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great

The role of an Operations Assistant is unique compared to other roles due to its combination of hand-on support, logistical coordination, and adaptability in a dynamic healthcare setting. Oas have multifaceted responsibilities such as juggling various tasks, including patient transport, equipment setup, and stock management. Oas work closely with nurses and surgeons and allied health professionals. The role requires physical stamina for tasks like moving equipment and patients, as well as mental agility to respond to urgent and unexpected demands.

• Provide safe and efficient patient transport, including assisting with the preparation and transfer of deceased patients to the morgue, while maintaining effective communication and coordination with clinical teams.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant operating theatre environment through the cleaning of theatres, equipment, beds, trolleys, floors, waste removal, and terminal cleaning, in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Prepare operating theatres by setting up required equipment and demonstrating flexibility and adaptability to support the changing operational needs of the clinical environment.
  
  

Are You the Right Fit?

We’re looking for someone who is proactive, reliable, and thrives in a team environment. The ideal candidate would:

• Demonstrate ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment, with strong communication skills, teamwork, and the ability to coordinate with clinical staff to support patient care and theatre operations.
• Has a proven commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and infection control, with a thorough understanding of and adherence to organisational policies, procedures, and workplace health and safety requirements.
• Reliable, flexible, and adaptable individual who can respond to changing operational demands, prioritise tasks effectively, and contribute positively to a collaborative team environment.
• Must be available to work across a 7-day rotating roster, including on-call shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
  
  

Selection Criteria

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

• Describe your experience working in a healthcare or similar environment. How have you contributed to maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient workplace while supporting the needs of patients and the clinical team?
• This role requires working closely with nurses, surgeons, anaesthetists and other multidisciplinary team members in a busy operating theatre environment. Can you provide an example of how you have worked effectively as part of a team to achieve a positive outcome?
• This position involves physically demanding tasks, including patient transport, manual handling, equipment setup, and responding to changing priorities. Describe a situation where you had to manage multiple tasks while maintaining patient safety and quality of service.
• This role requires flexibility to work a 7-day rotating roster, including weekends, public holidays and on-call shifts, while following policies and infection prevention procedures. What qualities and experience make you well suited to this role, and how do you ensure you work safely and professionally in a fast-paced environment?
  
  

If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.

• Position Information
• Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
• How to Apply
• Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.
• Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
• We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact [e-mail]
• We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
• Aboriginal Workforce
• For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [e-mail]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.
  

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

• Financial Perks
• 12% superannuation
• Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
• Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
• One extra day off each month for full-time employees
• Work-Life Balance
• Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
• Grow Your Career
• Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
• Health & Wellbeing
• Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
• Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
• Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
  

Additional Information

• Vaccination Requirements
• All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
• Child Safe Employment
• South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
• Temporary Positions
• For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.