Operating Theatre Assistant

1 week ago

Townsville, Australia Mater Health Services Full time

Apply now Job no: 504024
Work type: Permanent
Location: South Brisbane
Categories: Theatre assistant, Orderly

About the role

Mater Hospital Brisbane is seeking an Operating Theatre Assistant to join our Perioperative team in South Brisbane. The Operating Theatre Assistant is a part of the perioperative team delivering consistent, high-quality care to adult and obstetric patients undergoing surgery.

We are recruiting a permanent full-time position. This position supports our daily operations, and successful candidates need to be available for a 24/7 roster.

- Setting up the theatre for surgery with the required equipment
- Patient positioning and transfers
- Clean contaminated equipment and other used items as required
- General housekeeping duties e.g. cleaning beds, organising linen, restocking of equipment, and waste management

About you

- Work as an active team member to support all work tasks
- Commitment to ongoing service excellence
- Ability to prioritise and organise work with minimal supervision
- Available for a 24/7 roster
- Currently hold a Certificate III in Health Care Support (Operating Theatre Practice) or Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
- Minimum of two years previous experience in an Operating Theatre Assistant role would be highly desirable

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare , education , fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

- Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
- Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
- Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
- Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
- Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few)
- Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
- Convenient, discounted on-site parking
- Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
- Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

Applications close on Tuesday 7th October 2025. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

Advertised: 23 Sep 2025 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 07 Oct 2025 E. Australia Standard Time

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