Theatre Assistant
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Work type: Casual
Location: Nowra Private Hospital
Categories: Clinical Support - Technician/Orderley
* Casual position: Enjoy flexible hours for better work life balance
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The Opportunity
We are seeking enthusiastic and energetic individuals with a strong customer focus to fill the role of a Theatre Assistant. As a Theatre Assistant, you will be working in the Operating Theatre Department with responsibilities including:
* Working with and assisting clinical staff
* Setting up consumables and other specialty stock for theatre cases for the coming days theatre lists
* Ensuring theatres are set up for surgical procedures and equipment has been checked
* Transferring patients to the operating theatres and from the operating theatres to recovery
* Manual handling task around the theatres
* Clean operating theatres before and after procedures including taking out rubbish
In this role you will have access to an outstanding working environment, modern facilities, innovative education programs and a supportive management team.
Skills and Experience
An interest in patient care is essential to succeed in this role. You will have excellent communication skills and a willingness to develop a working knowledge of hospital procedures. You will be a motivated, positive individual and demonstrate a high level of attention to detail.
You will also bring:
* Certificate III or Certificate IV Level in relatable field or AIN Certificate
* Minimum one (1) year experience as a Theatre Assistant or similar role
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Ability to work effective within a team environment and independently
* Excellent patient and customer service focus
* Be available for a range of shifts across a 7-day rotating roster
Remuneration
On offer is a base hourly salary ranging from $32.14 - $36.76 + superannuation based on experience level and qualifications, exclusive of penalties or allowances.
What's in it for you?
Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.
Discounts: Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts -you'll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental.
Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.
Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunitiese.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.
* Please note casual employees may not be eligible for all benefits.
The Hospital
The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with over 70 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of 'People Caring for People' since 1964.
Requirements
* Must provide a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months
* According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.
To Apply
All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.
Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at
Advertised: 08 Dec 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 05 Jan 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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