Theatre Technician

Peninsula Private Hospital; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Grow your career

Ramsay Rewards

Lower hospital cover

Flexible rostering

Wellbeing support

Salary packaging

Job summary

Ramsay Health Care in Melbourne is seeking a permanent part-time Theatre Technician to keep operating theatres running safely and efficiently. You will work on a flexible rotating roster and support pre‑op readiness and intraoperative technical tasks.

You will manage equipment, help with theatre turnover, stock and consumables, and contribute to quality, safety and compliance while collaborating with a diverse team.

Qualifications

• 12 months Technician experience within an operating theatre.
• Certificate III in Operating Theatre Technician Practice/Health Services Assistant or equivalent is desirable.
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster will be key to this role.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a diverse team.
• Understanding of infection control and manual handling procedures.

Responsibilities

• Theatre Preparation & Readiness
• Intraoperative Technical Support
• Equipment Management
• Theatre Turnover & Patient Flow
• Stock & Consumable Management
• Quality, Safety & Compliance
• Teamwork & Communication

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Certificate III in Operating Theatre Technician Practice/Health Services Assistant

Job description

Our Theatre Technicians are the quiet achievers who keep our operating theatres running flawlessly, ensuring patients receive the safest, most precise care possible.

As a permanent part‑time member of our team (working a flexible rotating roster), your day‑to‑day duties will include:

• Theatre Preparation & Readiness
• Intraoperative Technical Support
• Equipment Management
• Theatre Turnover & Patient Flow
• Stock & Consumable Management
• Quality, Safety & Compliance
• Teamwork & Communication

What we're looking for:

To succeed in this role, you will be an enthusiastic individual with a passion for customer service who enjoys being part of a busy team.

You will also bring:

• A minimum of 12 monthsTechnician experience within an operating theatre
• Certificate III in Operating Theatre Technician Practice/Health Services Assistant or equivalent is desirable
• Flexibility to work a rotating roster will be key to this role
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Comfortable working in a diverse team
• Understanding of infection control and manual handling procedures

What’s in it for You:

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

• Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
• Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
• Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
• Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
• Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.

Why Join Ramsay:

• Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
• A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally
• A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.