Overview
The Operating Theatre Assistant role is for Calvary Health Care (Calvary Mater Newcastle) in Newcastle, NSW.
This is a Permanent Part-Time / Temporary Part-Time (approx 7 months) and Casual position.
Location and Status
Newcastle, NSW, Australia
Fixed Term - Time Specific
Closing on: Sep 14 2025
Role Details
Role: Operating Theatre Assistant
Salary Classification: Anaesthetic/Operating Theatre Technician
Remuneration: $32.41 per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options
Roster: seven-day roster with on-call and overtime responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Assist with the transfer of patients to and from the Operating Theatre
Assist with transfers and positioning of patients in the operating theatre (once competency has been assessed)
Assist with the application of Diathermy plates and positioning equipment within the operating theatre suite (once competency has been assessed)
Maintain a safe and clean environment by regularly dry/wet mopping before, during and after theatre lists
What You Bring
Recent experience in an Operating theatre environment
Strong willingness to learn
Commitment to customer service
Demonstrated communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
Ability to work proficiently in periods of high demand and activity
Contact for further information
For further information please contact Julia Hird, Nurse Manager, Operating Theatre, at
Why join us
CMN is an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area
Leave entitlements transfer options available for NSW Health employees (discuss with Convenor)
Fitness Passport
Gender Neutral parental leave
Annual Leave Loading at 17.5%
Superannuation contributions at 12%
ADO's each month (for full-time employees)
Novated leasing available for eligible employees
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Generous Salary packaging options to reduce taxable income
How to apply
Click Apply for Job and follow the prompts
Create a profile in the Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user)
Attach a current resume
Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria
Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max)
Please note: Only the criteria in the application needs to be addressed; you will be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description.
As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart: Care from the heart.
If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.
As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, WWCC checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role.
You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Permanent Part-Time
Temporary Part-Time (approx 7 months)
Casual
Job function
Perioperative Services
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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