Casual Operating Theatre Assistant

Advance your skills and make a difference in patient care!

Remuneration: $31.29 - $32.10 per hour + 11.5% Superannuation  
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Operating Theatre Assistant
Location: Kurri Kurri Hospital
Requisition ID:  REQ553265
Closing date: Sunday, 9th March 2025 


About the role 
This role is part of the Operating Theatre Team, providing essential non-clinical support to complement the delivery of safe, effective, and high-quality patient care. The position also involves delivering services to both the theatre campus and the wider hospital as directed by facility management.

We are seeking individuals with prior experience in, or a strong desire to learn. This is a fast-paced, busy position, so the ability to manage time effectively and work systematically while moving through theatre cases is essential.


Where you will be working: 
Kurri Kurri District Hospital located just 20 minutes from Maitland, exhibits an older character design, with contemporary technology and equipment, providing a welcoming environment for both staff and patients.

With ample parking and a supportive, friendly community, working at Kurri is a rewarding experience. The hospital boasts a dedicated and skilled clinical team, including nurses, allied health professionals, and medical staff, along with caring support services such as administration and maintenance teams. With strong mentorship, you'll have access to ongoing education and professional development opportunities to advance your skills.

What we can offer you: 
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer.

• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Work life balance 
• Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members 
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals 
  
  

Additional information

• 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.   
• If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.
  
  

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
• Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp 
• This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy 

Need more information?
  1) Click here for the Position Description
  2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Stacey Doosey on Stacey.Doosey@health.nsw.gov.au