Operations Assistant

**John Hunter Hospital is seeking dedicated and detail-oriented Operations Assistants to join our dynamic team in the Perioperative Unit.**

**Remuneration**:$62,033.01 - $63,652.64 p.a. + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
**Employment Type**: Multiple opportunities available - full-time, part-time and casual vacancies
**Position Classification**: Operations Assistant
**Location**: John Hunter Hospital | Awabakal Country
**Hours Per Week**: 38
**Requisition ID**: REQ549705
**Applications Close**:Sunday 16th February 2025

**_Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to _**_apply_**_ and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must _**_demonstrate_**_ Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion_**_._**

We have multiple opportunities for you to join our team on a permanent, temporary, full-time, part-time or casual basis. In this important role, you will provide essential operational support to ensure the efficient running of the operating theatre environment, assisting with equipment, supplies, and patient care during procedures.

**Responsibilities of the role**:

- Confirm equipment needs with staff, assemble, and check for completeness, cleanliness, and functionality.
- Identify and report faulty equipment, maintain supplies, and assist with inventory control.
- Ensure cleaning and removal of soiled linen/waste between procedures and at the end of theatre lists.
- Complete environmental cleaning as per ACORN standards and comply with infection control policies.
- Maintain a safe environment, using proper manual handling techniques during patient transfers.
- Assist with patient positioning, prepping, and support during surgeries, maintaining patient dignity.
- Follow staff instructions during procedures and transport specimens safely using standard precautions.
- Provide general support to the Perioperative Unit, assisting nursing and other staff as required.

**Why join us?**
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

**Need more information?**
1) Click here for the Position Description
3) An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies
4) We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position
- This is a Category A position_. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with _NSW Health policy directive _PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases_ for Category A positions prior to offer. _All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy._
- Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of _benefits _such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses._
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