Theatre Assistant

**Theatre Assistant**

**Wollongong Private Hospital**

**Permanent Fulltime**

Wollongong Private Hospital is defined by our unique culture and dedication to giving outstanding patient care. From the way we recognise and reward our staff to our attitude toward the patient experience - we are a great choice for staff who want to be part of a cutting-edge, fast paced and progressive environment.

**About the Role**

We are seeking an enthusiastic and energetic individual with a strong customer focus to fill the role of a Theatre Orderly. As an orderly, you will be working in the theatre department.

Your responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

- Working with and assisting clinical staff;
- Cleaning and waste removal;
- Ensuring theatres are set up for surgical procedures and equipment has been checked;
- Transporting patients between wards;
**About You**

While experience is not necessary in this role, an interest in patient care is essential to succeed in this role. You will have excellent communication skills and a willingness to develop a working knowledge of hospital procedures. You will be a motivated, positive individual and demonstrate a high level of attention to detail. Willingness to learn and to be trained as a hospital orderly.

You will also:

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work effective within a team environment and independently
- Excellent patient and customer service focus
- Be available for a range of shifts across a 7 day rotating roster

**Why Ramsay?**
- Flexible work practices to best match your work/life balance
- Professional Development - Grow your career across our national network
- Employee assistance program
- Industry discounts across private health insurance, retail services, financial services and more.

**About the Organisation**

Owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, Australia’s largest and most respected private hospital operator, Wollongong Private Hospital is set in the heart of Wollongong's Medical Precinct.

The 151 bed private hospital features state of the art equipment, facilities and patient services setting a benchmark for healthcare facilities in the Illawarra. Wollongong Private Hospital includes all major services including an intensive care unit, nine operating theatres, a cardiac catheter laboratory, day oncology unit and stand-alone day surgical centre. It offers the full range of medical, surgical and maternity services.

Ramsay focuses on maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety, being an employer of choice, and operating its business according to The Ramsay Way philosophy: "_People Caring for People_".

Remuneration

On offer is a base hourly rate of $29.47 - $33.72 + superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances

**How to Apply**

Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases prior to commencement.

**Close Date: 10/02/2023