Multiple Casual Positions Available
About Us
Western Private Hospital, located in Footscray, is a 62-bed private acute hospital and is the longest serving private hospital in Melbourne’s west providing much needed services to the people in the expanding North West and Western regions of Melbourne and surrounding areas.
WPH’s facilities include four Operating Theatres, CSSD, Day Procedure Unit, Overnight Ward for CCU, HDU & Surgical patients, Day Oncology Unit, Cardiac Catheter Laboratory, Specialist Consulting Suites, Nuclear Medicine/PET Centre and supported by pathology, pharmacy, radiology and radiation therapy services.
About the Roles
We are looking for passionate and experienced Scrub/Scout, Anaesthetics and PACU Registered Nurses to join our wonderful team of surgeons, anaesthetists, nurses and support staff in our Perioperative Services Unit.
Our perioperative services complex is fully equipped for a comprehensive range of surgical procedures including general, bariatric, oral max, colorectal, endoscopy, gastroenterology, ophthalmology, orthopaedic, gynaecology, IVF, plastics, vascular and urology.
We currently have multiple casual opportunities available Monday to Friday – AM, PM & twilight shifts, as well as weekend shifts on a Saturday every fortnight.
Selection Criteria
Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse, Division 1
At least 3 years’ experience working in operating theatres/perioperative services in Australia
Consolidated clinical knowledge, skills and practice in specialty area of Anaesthetics, Scrub Scout or PACU
Postgraduate study in perioperative nursing OR working towards is highly desirable
Exceptional communication skills to be able to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team inc. Surgeons, Anaesthetists, Nurses and Allied Support staff, to ensure best practice and quality patient outcomes
Ability to work under pressure & responsively in an ever-changing and fast paced environment
Demonstrated commitment to patient centred care with a strong focus on providing safe & compassionate clinical care to achieve best practice patient outcomes
High level computer literacy and working knowledge of patient management systems
Some benefits of working at WPH include:
Fantastic people and inclusive workplace culture with supportive management
Great casual rates, based on experience level + 12% Super + penalties & allowances
Close proximity to public transport (trains & trams), nearby car parking facilities & free on-street car parking
Access to a range of health & well-being initiatives, staff discounts and benefits
Requirements:
Everyone who joins Western Private Hospital –
Must provide a National Police Check conducted within the previous 6 months, a current Working With Children Check and evidence of Australian Residency / Full Working Rights such as Australian passport, birth certificate, citizenship or VEVO/Visa Grant Details (No Sponsorship available)
Must have yearly Influenza vaccination (subject to reasonable exemptions per WPH policy) and provide proof of immunisation against, or immunity to, infectious diseases as required per the Health Services Act 1988 (Vic) – NOTE: for this role immunisation requirements associated with Risk Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)
For more information about WPH please visit our website at www.westernprivatehospital.com.au
If you thrive in providing exceptional and compassionate patient care during surgical procedures and the recovery phase and are looking for some extra shifts closer to home & want flexibility to suit your lifestyle … APPLY NOW!
Submit your application via
[email protected]
All applications must include the following information so we can assess your suitability = >
your current CV and a covering letter (maximum of one page) detailing your reasons for applying for this position; and why your skills, experience and personal qualities make you the best person for the role.
APPLICATIONS CLOSING DATE: 9th July 2026 (or earlier if positions are filled)
WPH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and to ensuring a safe environment for children and young people. We encourage individuals of diverse backgrounds including but not limited to those from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse and LGBTQIA+ community and people with disability to apply.
NOTE:
Should suitable candidates be identified, shortlisting and interviews may commence prior to the advert closing so early applications are encouraged.
Only successful applicants shortlisted for interviews will be contacted.
We will not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies/third parties and we will not be liable or responsible for any fees or costs associated with unsolicited CVs sent directly to line managers.
