Operating Theatre Assistant

3 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Royal Melbourne Hospital Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia's leading public healthcare providers. Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Operating Theatre Technician
The Royal Melbourne Hospital

  • Part Time Ongoing Position Available
  • Join a 16-Theatre Suite Covering All Surgical Specialties
  • Contribute to a High-Performing Trauma and Emergency Surgical Team

The Royal Melbourne Hospital's Perioperative Services team is seeking passionate and skilled Theatre Technicians to help deliver outstanding surgical care. As a leading trauma centre with a dynamic and fast-paced environment, we offer you the opportunity to work across all surgical specialties in a collaborative and patient-focused team. No two days are the same in our theatre suite — and every team member plays a vital role in delivering safe, timely, and effective care.

Your New Role

  • Provide vital support in the operating suite by assisting with patient transfers, theatre set-up, equipment handling and cleaning, and maintaining stock levels
  • Rotate through a broad range of surgical specialties — from trauma and emergency surgery to orthopaedics and neurosurgery
  • Work a 24/7 rotating roster including on-call shifts, with strong support from the Theatre Support Services Manager
  • Be part of a cohesive team committed to safety, excellence, and patient-centred care
  • Maintain theatre equipment, assist in positioning lights, perform routine cleaning, and support clinical teams in real-time

About You

  • Hold a Certificate III or IV in Health Services Assistance (Operating Theatre Technical Support) or equivalent
  • Have recent experience working as a Theatre Technician in a busy operating theatre environment
  • Thrive in a fast-paced setting, demonstrating flexibility and the ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
  • Comfortable with rotating shifts and being on-call as required
  • Value professional development and a culture of continuous improvement

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a values-driven workplace that lives by "The Melbourne Way" – People First, Lead with Kindness, and Excellence Together
  • Access to career development pathways and training opportunities
  • Enjoy excellent work-life balance in a supportive team culture
  • Benefit from salary packaging, discounted parking, and proximity to public transport

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Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're looking for a rewarding role where you can support a team making a real impact in patients' lives — we want to hear from you

Apply now – interviews will commence as soon as suitable applicants are received.
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All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of an immunisation assessment prior to commencement.
The RMH stands in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in work and care. We are proud to be a workplace that champions diversity, inclusion and equality for our staff and our community. Our goal is for our people to feel safe, included and supported so that they can be at their best every single day. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to our vacancies, and will consider adjustments to support such applications.

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