St John of God Murdoch Hospital our reputation for excellence in clinical care andfirst classtertiary level servicesmakesus the hospital of choice for both medical professionals and patients.

Since opening in 1994, the hospital has grown to include 525 beds, 18 operating theatres, an Emergency Department, dedicated cancer care centre, WA’s largest standalone endoscopyunitand a dedicated Day Procedure Unit.

We provide high-quality services for our community across emergency care, maternity services, orthopaedicsurgeryand integrated cancer care.

Your Role

As an Orthopaedic Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining equipment and supplies used in orthopaedic and neurosurgical procedures, and for providing technical support to the surgical team during operations.

The Position

- Ensure the maintenance of orthopaedic and neurosurgical equipment and supplies, including co-ordination of ordering, delivery and receipt of consignment stock and instrumentation, under the direction of the Manager/Co-ordinator.

- Prepare all implants and instruments used in orthopaedic & neurosurgical surgery for Sterilisation and assists CSSD staff with the preparation of specialised equipment.

- Ensure the maintenance of orthopaedic and neurosurgical records.

- Liaise with orthopaedic and neurosurgical company representatives to ensure required in-service is provided where appropriate.

- Liaise with Manager/ Co-ordinator regarding cost effectiveness of stock/equipment utilisation.

- Ensure orthopaedic instruments and prostheses required for scheduled operations are checked in detail before and after use





- Ensure inventory control of CSSD processed items is performed as per policystatement.

- Check relevant inventory to ensure adequate supplies are ordered, prepared and ready for use.

- Monitor the use of storage areas in the department and related areas.

- Maintain responsibility for ensuring the provision of a safe working environment, adhering to requirements of hospital policies and procedures relating to Work, Health & Safety and Infection Control.

- Ensure a clear and concise standard of documentation.

You will hold demonstrated knowledge of Orthopaedic equipment and application thereof with effective communication and interpersonal skills to work as a team member.

You will have demonstrated ability to plan and organise work activities with basic computer skills.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to quality improvement. Relevant qualifications, including CSSD Sterilisation Certification, and recent experience in an Orthopaedic Theatre and/or CSSD will be highly regarded.

Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.

We can offer you

- Salary : $81,827 to $90,256 per annum (pro rata for part-time)



plus 12% superannuation.

- Casual hourly rate : $51.60 to $56.91 (inclusive casual loading) plus 12% superannuation

- Permanent full-time, part-time and casual opportunities

- We offer a range of salary packaging options tailored to your employment status such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses – up to $18,550 as a permanent employee and a percentage of your earnings as a casual

- A healthy work-life balance through versatile work options, additional purchased leave & well-being programs

- Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance

- Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

- Innovative Professional Development opportunities

- Green travel allowance – if you walk, car pool or use public transport you could be eligible for up to $1,500 per year

- Access to fitness and wellbeing benefits through Fitness Passport

For enquiries contact Pieter Rheeders, Theatre Resources Manager, on .

At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Our inclusive culture foster an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.

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📌 Orthopaedic Technician (City of Melville)
🏢 St John of God Health Care
📍 City of Melville