Operating Theatres Assistant

- Casual opportunity for an Operating Theatre Assistant to join our fast-paced and collaborative Theatres Department

- Competitive hourly rate and access to salary packaging benefit with Maxxia to maximise your take home pay

- Be part of a University-owned, innovative, integrated healthcare organisation where professional development, ongoing education and career progression are supported and encouraged

The Role

We are currently seeking a motivated and hardworking Operating Theatre Assistant to join us at Macquarie University Hospital.

Reporting to Chief Operating Theatre Assistant, this role will be responsible for assisting nursing and surgical staff within the operating theatre complex to support a safe and efficient-running surgical work area. Your day-to-day routine involves preparation of operating rooms, arrangement of surgical tools, and assisting patients prior and post surgeries. The successful incumbent will demonstrate good communication skills, willingness and desire to work within busy Operating Theatres, and possesses good eye for details.

About Us:

Macquarie University Hospital is Australia's first and only private not-for-profit teaching hospital on a university campus. The hospital sits under the umbrella of MQ Health, encompassing the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences and other specialised clinical services.

Modelled on renowned international university hospitals, our approach to treatment is based on combining the best available knowledge, expertise and technology to ensure our patients receive a comprehensive and integrated service, as well as the utmost compassion, support and care.

Set in the expansive grounds of Macquarie University, amid one of the fastest growing areas of Sydney and conveniently placed within walking distance of the new Macquarie University underground train station, this 152-bed hospital combines state-of-the-art facilities with world's best clinical practice.

We offer fabulous Employee Benefits including:

• Flexible working conditions
  
• Competitive remuneration package
  
• Salary packaging
  
• Comfortable and sophisticated working condition
  
• Extensive campus-based Sports & Fitness facilities

Key Accountabilities include, but not limited to:

• Transport patients between the theatres, recovery, wards and other areas as required in a safe and timely manner and advise lab staff of any delays
  
• Assist with the maintenance of a clean environment throughout the operating suite including regular and timely removal of waste and soiled linen from all areas ensuring compliance with infection control policies and directives to ensure a high standard of cleanliness is maintained in all areas
  
• Ensure that equipment, trolleys, operating tables and accessories are maintained in good working order and free of dust and other contaminants and ensuring WH&S principles are followed.
  
• Restock applicable areas with clean linen, theatre wear, gowns, theatre boots, caps, etc. as required.
  
• Interact as appropriate with all levels of staff to facilitate effective communication and relate oral messages, instructions and requests in a courteous manner and display a professional image through personal presentation and positive attitude
  
• Perform all duties in accordance with hospital policies and procedures
  
• Other duties as determined by Nurse Unit Manager Workplace Health and Safety

To Apply:

To be considered for this position, you will demonstrate the below requirements in your CV and a 1-page cover letter:

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a highly demanding environment
  
• Exceptional customer service skills with the ability assist both internal and external stakeholders
  
• Proactive and self-motivated attitude with the ability to follow instructions in a timely manner
  
• Willingness to participate in quality control, self-development and extensive departmental training programs.
  
• Previous experience in Operating Theatre role or similar, preferably in a private hospital environment
  
• Previous knowledge of medical instruments and medical terminology
  
• Experience in Patient Care and/or Services

Role Specific Conditions:

• MQ Health Immunisation screening

• Valid Working with Children Check

• Criminal History Check