Perioperative Theatre Care Assistant

Adventist HealthCare Limited (Aus); Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Up to 14 weeks parental leave

Discounted gym membership (Fitness+)

On-campus amenities (cafés, gift shop,

hairdresser

Job summary

Adventist HealthCare Limited (AHCL) in NSW seeks an Operating Theatre Assistant to join our surgical team, delivering patient-centred perioperative care. You will assist with theatre preparation, equipment sterility, and patient transfers, under the guidance of experienced staff.

This full-time, permanent role operates Monday to Friday with shifts from early morning to late evening, and offers not-for-profit salary packaging and a supportive, team-focused work culture with strong learning

Qualifications

• Experience in an operating theatre or similar clinical setting.
• Strong infection control and sterilisation knowledge.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced theatre environment with teamwork.
• Good interpersonal and communications skills.
• Able to stand for long periods and assist patient transfers.
• First Aid Certification is advantageous though not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the operating theatre ensuring equipment and supplies are sterile and ready.
• Assist with patient transfers, positioning and bed arrangements for comfort and safety.
• Support in adherence to health, safety, infection control and QA standards.
• Clean, restock and manage theatre supplies to support efficient workflows.

Skills

Operating theatre experience

Infection control

Teamwork

Communication skills

Physical stamina

First Aid Certification

Education

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

Job description

Adventist HealthCare Limited (AHCL) in NSW seeks an Operating Theatre Assistant to join our surgical team, delivering patient-centred perioperative care. You will assist with theatre preparation, equipment sterility, and patient transfers, under the guidance of experienced staff.

This full-time, permanent role operates Monday to Friday with shifts from early morning to late evening, and offers not-for-profit salary packaging and a supportive, team-focused work culture with strong learning