Theatre Orderly

Healthscope Hospitals; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Close to shops & public transport

Career growth with a leading provider

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Norwest Private Hospital, part of Healthscope, is seeking a Theatre Orderly to support our perioperative team. You will help transfer patients to theatre, assist with positioning, prepare operating theatres and maintain a clean, safe environment for procedures.

Applicants should be reliable and team-focused, with strong communication and customer service. Experience is desirable but not essential; applicants with WWCC and National Police Check (or willingness to obtain) are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Theatre Orderly is desirable but not essential.
• Strong communication and customer service skills are required.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Safely transferring patients to and from theatre.
• Assisting with patient positioning and manual handling.
• Preparing and setting up operating theatres.
• Maintaining a clean and safe theatre environment during procedures.
• Supporting nursing staff to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Skills

Theatre Orderly experience

Communication skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Job description

Theatre Orderly – Full Time and Casual Opportunities

• Onsite parking + close to shops & public transport
• Career growth with a leading healthcare provider
• Supportive team environment

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

Are you a motivated, hands‑on team player who takes pride in delivering exceptional patient care? Join Norwest Private Hospital as a Theatre Orderly and play a vital role in supporting our surgical teams and enhancing the patient experience.

About Us

At Norwest Private Hospital, patient care is at the heart of everything we do. Our team of highly skilled clinicians and support staff work collaboratively to deliver outstanding outcomes using advanced technology and state‑of‑the‑art facilities.

Part of Healthscope, we are a 277‑bed hospital in Sydney’s growing North West, offering a wide range of services including orthopaedics, neurosurgery, cardiac care, and maternity services.

Your Role

As a Theatre Orderly, you’ll be a key part of our perioperative team, ensuring a safe, efficient, and supportive environment for both patients and clinical staff.

Key responsibilities include:

• Safely transferring patients to and from theatre
• Assisting with patient positioning and manual handling
• Preparing and setting up operating theatres
• Maintaining a clean and safe theatre environment during procedures
• Supporting nursing staff to ensure smooth day‑to‑day operations

About You

You are reliable, proactive, and thrive working in a fast‑paced healthcare environment.

• Experience as a Theatre Orderly (desired but not essential)
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• A commitment to delivering high‑quality patient care
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to work rotating AM/PM shifts (Monday–Friday)
• Current Working with Children Check & National Police Check (or willing to obtain)

Why Join Healthscope?

When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As one of the largest national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, you will be supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.

• Career development and internal progression opportunities
• Supportive leaders and collaborative team culture
• Access to ongoing education and training
• Be part of a national network of over 19,000 healthcare professionals
• Make a real impact on patients and their families

More Information:

Applicants must have valid working rights in Australia (no sponsorship available)

Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. We are also committed to child safety. We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.