Job Description

Overview

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The Operating Theatre Assistant role is for Calvary Health Care (Calvary Mater Newcastle) in Newcastle, NSW. This is a Permanent Part-Time / Temporary Part-Time (approx 7 months) and Casual position.

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Location and Status

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- Newcastle, NSW, Australia
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- Fixed Term - Time Specific
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- Closing on: Sep 14 2025
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Role Details

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- Role: Operating Theatre Assistant
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- Salary Classification: Anaesthetic/Operating Theatre Technician
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- Remuneration: $32.41 per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options
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- Roster: seven-day roster with on-call and overtime responsibilities
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Key Responsibilities

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- Assist with the transfer of patients to and from the Operating Theatre
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- Assist with transfers and positioning of patients in the operating theatre (once competency has been assessed)
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- Assist with the application of Diathermy plates and positioning equipment within the operating theatre suite (once competency has been assessed)
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- Maintain a safe and clean environment by regularly dry/wet mopping before, during and after theatre lists
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What You Bring

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- Recent experience in an Operating theatre environment
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- Strong willingness to learn
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- Commitment to customer service
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- Demonstrated communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
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- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
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- Ability to work proficiently in periods of high demand and activity
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Contact for further information

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For further information please contact Julia Hird, Nurse Manager, Operating Theatre, at Julia. [email protected]

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Why join us

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- CMN is an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area
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- Leave entitlements transfer options available for NSW Health employees (discuss with Convenor)
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- Fitness Passport
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- Gender Neutral parental leave
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- Annual Leave Loading at 17.5%
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- Superannuation contributions at 12%
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- ADO's each month (for full-time employees)
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- Novated leasing available for eligible employees
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- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time)
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- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
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- Generous Salary packaging options to reduce taxable income
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How to apply

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- Click Apply for Job and follow the prompts
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- Create a profile in the Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user)
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- Attach a current resume
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- Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria
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- Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max)
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Please note: Only the criteria in the application needs to be addressed; you will be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description.

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As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart: Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.

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As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, WWCC checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role. You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.

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Seniority level

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- Entry level
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Employment type

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- Permanent Part-Time
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- Temporary Part time (approx 7 months)
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- Casual
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Job function

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- Perioperative Services
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Industries

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- Hospitals and Health Care
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📌 Operating Theatre Assistant (New South Wales)
🏢 Calvary Health Care
📍 New South Wales