Perioperative Theatre Technician

Latrobe Regional Health; Traralgon; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to AUD 9,000 per年

Meals/Entertainment benefit up to AUD

Job summary

Latrobe Regional Health seeks a Theatre Technician to join the CSSD/surgical support team. The role supports safe, efficient operating theatres, assists in patient movement and equipment readiness, and contributes to a fast-paced perioperative environment.

The ideal candidate will have a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Operating Theatre Technician Specialisation) and strong teamwork, safety and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills within a multidisciplinary surgical team.
• Strong time management and organisational abilities for fast-paced environments.
• Commitment to patient safety, infection prevention and workplace safety.
• Willingness to learn new skills and take guidance while showing initiative.
• Healthcare experience or related certificate is highly regarded.
• Personal integrity, teamwork and customer service focus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms and equipment for a broad range of surgical procedures.
• Assist with patient transport, transfer and positioning to ensure safety and comfort.
• Clean and maintain equipment and theatre areas per infection prevention requirements.
• Manage stock, equipment, gases and theatre consumables for efficient operations.
• Support operation and maintenance of specialised equipment (laparoscopic towers, electrosurgical units, radiology equipment).
• Assist with endoscopy services and related devices as required.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Safety focus

Willingness to learn

Patient care awareness

Education

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Operating Theatre Technician Specialisation)

Job description

Latrobe Regional Health seeks a Theatre Technician to join the CSSD/surgical support team. The role supports safe, efficient operating theatres, assists in patient movement and equipment readiness, and contributes to a fast-paced perioperative environment.

The ideal candidate will have a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Operating Theatre Technician Specialisation) and strong teamwork, safety and communication skills.