Operating Theatre Assistant

4 weeks ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Calvary Health Care Full time
Overview

The Operating Theatre Assistant role is for Calvary Health Care (Calvary Mater Newcastle) in Newcastle, NSW. This is a Permanent Part-Time / Temporary Part-Time (approx 7 months) and Casual position.

Location and Status
  • Newcastle, NSW, Australia
  • Fixed Term - Time Specific
  • Closing on: Sep 14 2025
Role Details
  • Role: Operating Theatre Assistant
  • Salary Classification: Anaesthetic/Operating Theatre Technician
  • Remuneration: $32.41 per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options
  • Roster: seven-day roster with on-call and overtime responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
  • Assist with the transfer of patients to and from the Operating Theatre
  • Assist with transfers and positioning of patients in the operating theatre (once competency has been assessed)
  • Assist with the application of Diathermy plates and positioning equipment within the operating theatre suite (once competency has been assessed)
  • Maintain a safe and clean environment by regularly dry/wet mopping before, during and after theatre lists
What You Bring
  • Recent experience in an Operating theatre environment
  • Strong willingness to learn
  • Commitment to customer service
  • Demonstrated communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
  • Ability to work proficiently in periods of high demand and activity
Contact for further information

For further information please contact Julia Hird, Nurse Manager, Operating Theatre, at Julia.Hird@calvarymater.org.au

Why join us
  • CMN is an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area
  • Leave entitlements transfer options available for NSW Health employees (discuss with Convenor)
  • Fitness Passport
  • Gender Neutral parental leave
  • Annual Leave Loading at 17.5%
  • Superannuation contributions at 12%
  • ADO's each month (for full-time employees)
  • Novated leasing available for eligible employees
  • 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
  • Generous Salary packaging options to reduce taxable income
How to apply
  • Click Apply for Job and follow the prompts
  • Create a profile in the Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user)
  • Attach a current resume
  • Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria
  • Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max)

Please note: Only the criteria in the application needs to be addressed; you will be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description.

As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart: Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.

As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, WWCC checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role. You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.

Seniority level
  • Entry level
Employment type
  • Permanent Part-Time
  • Temporary Part-Time (approx 7 months)
  • Casual
Job function
  • Perioperative Services
Industries
  • Hospitals and Health Care
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