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Technical Assistant
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The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
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REQ669018 Requisition #

Employment Type:  Various
Position Classification: Tech Off Gde 1
Remuneration: 68594.99 - 81969.92 full time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ669018
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 21 June 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Chenda Castro on chenda.castro@health.nsw.gov.au

 

 

At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.

As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.




What you'll be doing

The Sleep Medicine Department, together with our Respiratory Support Services, supports diagnostic and treatment facilities to infants, children and adolescents with sleep associated and chronic respiratory disorders. The Sleep Technologists’ role includes preparation and supervision of children, for and during sleep studies. The Technologist will be responsible for the acquisition and maintenance of high quality, digital physiological signals.  The role may include sleep study analysis, routine maintenance and restocking of equipment.  Working collaboratively with other members of the RSS they will ensure efficient and effective service provision. 
 
 

Additional Benefits (where applicable): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)

 

How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:

  • A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
  • Responses to the questions below:
 
 
  1. Biological Technicians Certificate, the Chemistry Certificate, the Nuclear Medicine Technician's Certificate, the Pathology Technicians Certificate, the Pathology Technicians Higher Certificate, the Associate Diploma of Health Sciences (Pathology Techniques) of the Department of Technical and Further Education, the Associate Diploma in Medical Technology awarded by the Riverina CAE or the Associate Diploma in Medical Laboratory Science awarded by the Charles Sturt University or such other certificate or course of training as, in the opinion of the employer, is appropriate.’ As well as any nursing qualification.
  2. Advanced computer skills, including data acquisition and analysis
  3. Proven ability to work collaboratively
  4. Effective communication skills
  5. Ability to work a rotating roster (evening and night shift)
  6. Proven ability in problem solving and critical thinking
  7. Previous healthcare and/or hospital based experience

Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

 

Additional Information:

  • SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.

  • Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.

  • NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.

  • This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.

  • Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.

  • An Eligibility List may be created for future permanent and temporary full or part time vacancies



 

Need more information? 
  1) Click here for the Position Description 
  2) Find out more about applying for this position


Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au

 

For technical support please contact 1300 679 367

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