Operating Theatre Assistant

• Full-time, permanent opportunity at NSW's largest private hospital
• Be part of our value-based, caring organisation, and enjoy NFP salary packaging benefits
• Great career progression and leadership pathways in our supportive team

Taking care of people is our reason for being
At Adventist Healthcare caring for people is at the core of who we are. It's what drives us to deliver exceptional outcomes for our patients and it's a shared sense of purpose that extends to everyone who works here.

When you join our team, you'll feel valued and supported by our strong commitment to learning, flexibility, great benefits and a positive culture of teamwork and cooperation.

Some Of The Exceptional Benefits We Offer Include

• As a not-for-profit, we offer salary packaging that can reduce the amount of tax you pay, which can leave you with thousands of dollars more in your pocket
• Up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
• Discounted gym membership for you and your family using Fitness Passport
• Great on campus amenities including cafés, gift shop, florist and even a hairdresser
• We have many other benefits as well, find out more when you meet us

What You Will Be Doing In This Role
We are seeking a committed and professional Operating Theatre Assistant to join our surgical team in delivering exceptional, patient-centred perioperative care. In this important role, you will assist in the preparation and maintenance of the operating theatre, ensuring that all equipment and supplies are fully prepared, sterile, and ready for use. You will also play a key role in cleaning and restocking the theatre, always maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and sterility.

You will provide support in the safe and respectful preparation of patients for surgery, including assisting with patient transfers, positioning, and arranging beds to ensure comfort and safety.

A key aspect of this role is ensuring strict adherence to health and safety regulations, infection control protocols, and quality assurance standards, contributing to the overall success and safety of surgical procedures.

This is a permanent Mon-Fri role, ideally to work an afternoon shift between 1pm and 10.30pm.

Who We're Looking For

• Ideally, you'll have experience in an operating theatre or a similar clinical setting.
• A good understanding of infection control and sterilisation procedures is important, along with a genuine commitment to creating a safe space for patients and staff.
• You'll enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills will help you connect with others easily.
• You'll need the physical stamina to stand for longer periods and assist with patient transfers when needed.
• Holding a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance and a First Aid Certificate would be great, though not essential.

What To Expect
Successful candidates will be required to complete a range of pre-employment checks and assessments. These vary and could include professional references, functional questionnaire, a national police check, working with children check, vaccination evidence, among others.

How To Apply
If you see yourself in this role, then we'd love to hear from you. Simply click on the '
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Note applications will be reviewed as they are received and progressed to interview and appointed if deemed suitable. Therefore, we encourage you to Apply Now to avoid disappointment.

If you would like to know more, then please feel free to contact our Talent Acquisition Partner,
Olivia Jacobs
on . Please note that no applications via email will be accepted .