Support Safe, Efficient Surgical Care in a Welcoming Rural Hospital
Remuneration: $33.83 - $34.72 per hour + superannuation
Location: Cessnock District Hospital
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Ops Assist
Requisition ID: REQ686667
Applications Close: Sunday 28th February 2027
About the role:
We are looking for casual staff to join our Operating Theatre Team, where you will provide support to complement the delivery of safe, effective, and quality patient care.
Core Responsibilities:
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Patient Care & Transport: Move, transfer, and position patients safely between theatre, recovery, day stay and wards while maintaining patient dignity.
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Theatre Turnaround: Clean, prepare, and maintain operating rooms, surgical equipment between procedures.
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Equipment Management: Assemble and check equipment for cleanliness and function and report any faulty items.
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General Support: Transport specimens securely, restock supplies, and assist nursing or medical staff during surgical lists.
Where you’ll be working:
Cessnock District Hospital is a welcoming rural facility providing high-quality surgical and emergency services to the local community. The hospital features a Medical and Surgical Ward, a busy Emergency Department and an onsite Operating Theatre supported by Visiting Medical Officers, Anaesthetists and Surgeons in delivering Elective general surgery, endoscopy, urology, and gynae services. As the operational assistant – Perioperative Services, you will work alongside the peri-operative team to support the safe, clean, and efficient day-to-day running of the clinical areas, particularly within perioperative services and operating suites.
About you:
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High level written and verbal communication skills.
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Previous experience in intraoperative theatre duties including transfer of patients onto the operating table and positioning of patients, or willingness to learn.
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Ability to work morning and afternoon shifts Monday - Friday.
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Specialised cleaning skills.
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Ability to work under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
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Demonstrated commitment to working within scope of practice.
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Commitment to safe, person-centred care.
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Willingness to participate in relevant education and competency development.
What we offer
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
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Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
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Proximity to shopping and other services
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Fitness Passport
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
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Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional Information:
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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.
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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.
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We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Need more information?
about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Katharine Redhead on [email protected]
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
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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.
