Welcome to St John of God Health Care
St John of God Health Care is one of the largest private providers of health care services in Australia, employing more than 16,000 employees (caregivers). We operate 26 hospitals and services comprising more than 3,300 hospital beds, including home nursing, disability services and social outreach programs.
As a Catholic, not-for-profit group, we invest all profits to the communities we serve by updating and expanding our facilities and technology; expanding existing services and developing and acquiring new services; and providing Social Outreach services to people experiencing disadvantage to improve health and wellbeing.
St John of God Subiaco Hospital is the oldest and biggest hospital in the St John of God Health Care group, having been established in 1898. It is one of Australia's most respected providers of health care services and an internationally renowned leader in clinical trials and research. The hospital is also a leader in innovation and adoption of new technologies, including the implementation of robotic surgical devices and virtual reality imaging technology.
Your role at St John of God Subiaco Hospital
To support all aspects of patient care during Orthopaedic procedures and to deliver patient centred care in all interactions with our patients.
Our Perioperative Surgical Theatre is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and a highly skilled team of medical professionals to ensure that our Caregivers have everything they need to perform their duties efficiently. This allows them to work seamlessly with the surgical team to provide the best possible care for patients undergoing procedures in our facility.
The Position
* Ensure the maintenance of excellence in the delivery of patient care, through the development and provision of Orthopaedic Resources.
* Liaise and communicate with Surgeons, anaesthetists, nurses, technical and support caregivers regarding procedures, patient positioning and related equipment.
* Take directions as instructed within the operating room environment by senior nursing and medical staff.
* Promote policies and procedures relative to Orthopaedic Surgery.
* Ensure that orthopaedic equipment is presented and maintained to ensure correct and safe functioning according to manufacturer's guidelines.
* Participate in ongoing education in relation to orthopaedic procedures.
* Identify and acquire loan equipment and materials in liaison with the Clinical Coordinator for specific orthopaedic procedures.
* Assist with Orthopaedic instrumentation in CSSD.
* Ensure that the necessary procedural equipment is obtained from medical companies at least 24 hours prior to procedure.
* Actively participate in trials and evaluation of new equipment.
* Ensure that all orthopaedic equipment has been received and is decontaminated and sterilised according to AS4817 and hospital policies.
* Continually monitor stock levels and report to Clinical Coordinator or portfolio holder.
* Actively participate in procedural discussions with perioperative team and take directions as necessary.
* Act as a resource and troubleshooter for technical equipment relating to orthopaedics and report problems to Clinical Coordinator or Shift Coordinator.
You will have the ability to work as a team member and possess the ability to plan, organise and prioritise work activities. Effective communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
To succeed you will have a minimum of three years' orthopaedic surgery experience in an acute setting with a knowledge of orthopaedic equipment and application thereof. A qualification as an Enrolled Nurse, Anaesthetic Technician, or CSSD technician will be highly regarded.
Above all, people will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.
We can offer you
* Salary: $79,060 to $87,204 (pro rata for part time) plus 12% superannuation
* Casual rate: $49.85 to $54.99 per hour (inclusive of casual loading), plus 12% superannuation
* Permanent full time, part time and casual positions available
* We offer a range of salary packaging options tailored to your employment status such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses - up to $18,550 as a permanent employee and a percentage of your earnings as a casual
* A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave and well-being programs
* Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
* Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Access to fitness and wellbeing benefits through Fitness Passport
For enquiries contact Stephanie Ross, Acting Manager Procedural Support on
If suitable applicants are identified advertisement may close prior to listed date and screening/interviews may commence throughout the advertising process.
At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.