Operations Assistant
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- Hospital Assistants
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- REQ572606 Requisition #
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- 1 day ago Post Date
Operations Assistant - Operating Suite
Support patient care, prep surgical gear, assist clinical staff, and move patients safely. Make a difference in every moment. Apply Now!
👐 Be at the heart of patient care—support where it matters most!
💙 Be part of a team that values care, empathy & collaboration
Employment Type: 1 x Permanent Full Time / 2 x Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Operations Assistant - Others
Remuneration: $62,033.01 - $63,652.63 per annum / $31.28 - $32.10 per hour
Hours Per Week: Up to 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)
Location: Westmead Hospital
Where you'll be working
Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) provides high quality healthcare to diverse communities, guided by values of collaboration, respect, and empowerment. Join a team dedicated to better health services for Western Sydney and beyond.
- Serves Auburn, Blacktown, The Hills Shire, Cumberland, and Parramatta LGAs.
- Offers primary, secondary, and tertiary health care.
- Supports over a million residents in the Greater Western Region.
- Committed to innovation and patient centered care.
- Strong focus on collaboration and respect in service delivery.
- Empowering teams to make a lasting impact.
What you'll be doing
Support health professionals in providing quality patient care across the Operating Suite and High Dependency Unit. Work hands-on in a fast-paced clinical setting that values respect and collaboration.
- Transporting and positioning patients with care and empathy.
- Preparing and maintaining surgical equipment and rooms.
- Operating safely with industrial cleaning tools and chemicals.
- Working closely with medical staff in a 24/7 rotating roster.
- Be part of a team committed to health and patient dignity.
How to Apply
Selection Criteria:
- Ability to demonstrate experience in patient transportation and positioning within an Operating Suite and ability to adapt to the demands of a Perioperative environment.
- Sound knowledge of Operating Suite equipment and maintenance.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Work Health and Safety and Manual handling principles and requirements.
- Proven ability to communicate with a variety of patients, staff, and managers.
- Demonstrated experience working in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Requisition ID: REQ572606
Applications Close: 21st May 2025
Need more information?
- Discover more about the application process.
- Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
- Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
- For inquiries about the role, contact Elizabeth Stafidas, Nurse Manager – Operating Suites on 02 8890 1300 or Elizabeth.Stafidas@health.nsw.gov.au.
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/
Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.
Blacktown hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a managed waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Blacktown Hospital. This does not apply to staff with a disability parking permit.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
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