Employment Type
Permanent or Temporary Full Time, Part Time and casual opportunities available
Position Classification: Operating Room Assistant
Remuneration: $62,033.01 per annum, pro rata (+super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ619012
Location: Wagga Wagga Base Hospital
Kick start your Perioperative career with Murrumbidgee Local Health District
About The Role
Murrumbidgee Local Health District are looking for enthusiastic, team-oriented candidates ready to kick start their Perioperative career with our team at Wagga Wagga Base Hospital. This is a great chance for undergraduate medical students to get firsthand experience and a look into the behind-the-scenes of our Perioperative suites.
You will work within a dedicated team to maintain the highest standards of support necessary to facilitate the care and movement of patients within the perioperative services in a reliable, timely and effective manner.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Preparing and setting up operating theatre equipment and areas before and after procedures
- Cleaning and sanitising floors, equipment, and furniture to maintain strict infection control standards
- Safely removing and disposing of soiled linen, waste, and other materials
- Restocking essential supplies and equipment to ensure theatres are ready for use
- Assisting with the transport equipment and specimens
- Assisting with the transport of patients along with transfers, positioning, prepping and/or restraining of patients
- Supporting the team in maintaining a safe, organised, and hygienic environment throughout the operating suite
What MLHD Offer
- Relocation Assistance and Accommodation Support considerations - Assistance for interstate applicants to help you transition smoothly into our community
- Make a Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
- Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
- Flexible Working Arrangements
- Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
- Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
- Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
Our Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with all levels within organisation.
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to work a rotating roster with varying shift times.
- Ability to follow directions, show initiative and use effective problem-solving skills when performing tasks.
More Information
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Jacquelyn Hilton - Perioperative Nurse Manager on Jacquelyn. H ilton@health.nsw.gov.au for a confidential chat.
Applications close: 3 WEEKS
MLHD values diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI, people with a disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
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