Job Title:
Surgical Support Specialist
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About the Role:
This is a permanent full-time OO3 position providing essential operational support in theatre, ensuring safe patient transfers, clean procedure environments, and efficient set-up of surgical equipment and consumables.
As a Surgical Support Specialist, you will play a vital role in supporting the safe and efficient operation of endoscopy services. Working within the theatre support team, you will assist surgical staff, prepare and maintain procedure rooms, and contribute to high-quality patient care and outcomes.
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Key Responsibilities Include:
* Preparing and setting up procedure rooms with required equipment and consumables
* Assisting with safe patient transfers between waiting, procedure, and recovery areas
* Cleaning and maintaining endoscopy rooms, change areas, and associated spaces
* Removing waste and soiled linen in accordance with infection control protocols
* Supporting the surgical team during procedures under supervision and approved guidelines
* Maintaining accurate departmental documentation and participating in training activities
* Ensuring safe handling of patients, equipment, and materials at all times
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About You:
We are seeking a motivated and reliable team player who is committed to patient safety and high-quality care.
To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate
* Understanding of safe patient handling and willingness to complete competency training
* Knowledge of or ability to acquire endoscopy processes and relevant health procedures
* Strong teamwork and communication skills within a multidisciplinary environment
* Ability to maintain high standards of personal hygiene, infection control, and workplace safety
* Flexibility, problem-solving skills, and resilience in a busy clinical setting
* Commitment to our values of Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Engagement, and Excellence
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We Offer:
A family-friendly work environment that supports you in making the most of Queensland's laid-back lifestyle. We want to empower you to build a long-term career, with countless opportunities to learn and grow, no matter your role.
You'll have all the benefits of working for Queensland's world-class public health system including generous leave entitlements, attractive salary and remuneration packages, salary packaging and access to relevant professional development allowances and/or leave, study and research assistance, corporate discounts and employee wellness programs.