Job Description

Support Safe, Efficient Surgical Care in a Welcoming Rural Hospital Remuneration n

$33.83 - $34.72 per hour + superannuation

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Cessnock District Hospital

Employment Type n

Casual

Position Classification n

Ops Assist

Requisition ID n

REQ

Applications Close n

Sunday 28th February 2027

About The Role n

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 n

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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.
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Where You'll Be Working n

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 n

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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.
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What We Offer n

At Hunter Recent 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
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Additional Information nn
- 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.
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Information For Applicants n

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: 3vL5fq2

Stepping Up Website n

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: HNEHealthSteppingUp

This is a Category A position n

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.

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📌 Operating Assistant - Theatre (Cessnock)
🏢 Hunter New England Local Health District
📍 Cessnock