Operations Assistant
Broaden Your Healthcare Experience in a Supportive Perioperative Team
Remuneration: $32.53 – $33.38 per hour + Superannuation
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time 8hrs/week
Position Classification: Operations Assistant – Others
Location: Cessnock Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ627717
Closing Date: Sunday, 11th January 2025
About the role
We are seeking a motivated and reliable Operations Assistant to support the smooth running of perioperative theatre services. This hands-on role is integral to patient flow, safety, and maintaining theatre readiness throughout the day.
Working primarily one day per week (Friday), with shifts between 7:00am and 6:30pm, there may be opportunities for additional shifts during staff leave.
You will assist nursing staff with equipment set-up, patient movement between Day Stay and Theatres, and maintaining a clean, safe, and well-prepared theatre environment. The role also includes maintaining patient care equipment and learning endoscope reprocessing, with full training provided.
About you
We are looking for someone who has Operations Assistant or theatre experience, particularly in maintaining and cleaning operating rooms. While training will be provided, this role requires someone who can hit the ground running and remain focused in a fast-paced environment.
You will also bring:
The ability to stay on task and work effectively under pressure
Knowledge of operating room cleaning standards and infection control
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Awareness of manual handling, workplace safety, and infection prevention
A friendly, calm, and approachable manner when supporting patients and staff
What we offer
A small, collaborative team where everyone supports one another
Guidance and mentorship from Team Leaders, Clinical Nurse Specialists, NUMs, and Educators
Comprehensive on-the-job orientation and training
No weekend work!
Access to leave entitlements including annual leave, sick leave, and parental leave (pro rata for part-time employees)
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Katharine Redhead on Katharine.Redhead@health.nsw.gov.au
Additional Information
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
- To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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