The Role

An opportunity has become available for an Operating Theatre Assistant to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

• Adhered to all patient manual handling policies and procedures are always to be
• Assist in the provision of a safe environment for all patients undergoing surgical procedures by adhering to the principles of best practice in infection control and workplace health and safety
• Assist in the transportation of patients from various locations within the hospital, from beds and trolleys, from on and off the operating table including assisting with patient positioning
• Communicate effectively and regularly with other theatre staff
• Assist in codes e.g., repositioning, collecting equipment, running bloods, ensuring equipment is setup and tracking where required etc

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

• While not mandatory, a relevant qualification would be well regarded
• Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
• Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
• Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

• Flexible work options
• Career Development
• Salary Packaging
• Modern Facilities
• Diverse Work Culture
• Research Opportunities
• 12.75% super
• 17.5% leave loading

Salary

• Casual
• Base salary ranging from $40.63 - $42.58 per hour

About Us

Environmental Services is a multi-skilled department which provides cost effective health care support services to clinical staff caring for the patients and visitors of the Gold Coast Health Service Hospitals. The department is responsible for a wide range of functions including cleaning, porterage, bed cleaning, linen delivery, waste management and operating suite support.

About Gold Coast Health

• Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
• Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
• More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
• Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
• Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
• A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
• Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Wednesday, 8 May 2023

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC560314

Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.