Casual positions available for Registered Nurses with experience in orthopaedic theatres.
Salary Package: From $82,666 - $110,115 per annum (RN Level 2-8) + 12% superannuation.
Salary based on the enterprise agreement and relevant nursing experience year level.
Casual appointments are paid at the equivalent hourly rate plus casual loading in lieu of paid leave entitlements.
Be part of Australia's only university-owned academically integrated healthcare organisation where professional development, ongoing education and career progression are supported and encouraged.
Scrub into excellence.
Join a growing orthopaedic team where surgical innovation meets exceptional patient care.
About the Role
As a Scrub/Scout Registered Nurse within The Orthopaedic Institute, you will play a critical role in the delivery of safe, effective perioperative care across a diverse range of orthopaedic procedures.
Working in partnership with surgeons, anaesthetists and the wider multidisciplinary team, you will ensure each patient receives seamless, high-quality care throughout the intraoperative phase.
Key Responsibilities
Performing scrub and scout duties across a broad range of orthopaedic surgical procedures, ensuring optimal patient safety and surgical efficiency
Anticipating surgeon needs, preparing and managing surgical instrumentation, implants and equipment for orthopaedic cases
Maintaining accurate surgical counts and documentation in accordance with MQ Health policy and professional standards
Applying evidence-based infection prevention and control practices within the perioperative setting
Contributing to the orientation and support of new team members, students and less experienced staff within theatres
Participating in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits and policy development within the perioperative unit
Demonstrating flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, as part of a rotating roster
About Us
Macquarie University Health is a trailblazer in healthcare, education and research.
Australia's first and only fully integrated academic health sciences centre brings together Macquarie University Hospital, Clinics and the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences at Macquarie University.
We are committed to fostering a collegiate environment and upholding our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion across everything we do.
About You
You are a confident and adaptable perioperative nurse who thrives in a fast-paced surgical environment.
You bring strong technical skills in scrub and scout nursing, a genuine passion for orthopaedic surgery,



and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve outstanding patient outcomes.
Selection Criteria
Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
Minimum 2 years' perioperative experience in a scrub/scout role, with demonstrated experience in orthopaedic surgical procedures highly desirable
Sound knowledge of orthopaedic instrumentation, implants and surgical techniques
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, exercise independent professional judgement and think critically under pressure
Excellent organisational and time management skills with a proven ability to prioritise in a fast-paced theatre environment
Flexibility to work a rotating roster across a variety of shifts, including weekends
Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work positively within a team
Role Specific Enquiries
Tara Rattigan, Nurse Unit Manager (The Orthopaedic Institute) – ******
General Enquiries
Rebecca Wood, Talent Acquisition Consultant – ******
Pre-Employment Checks
Macquarie University Health cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity.
Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.
Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in a satisfactory manner.
This position requires you to comply with occupational screening, assessment and vaccination requirements in line with Macquarie University Health policies.
You must hold current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse, a current and valid NSW Working with Children Check, and satisfactorily complete a Criminal History Check.
A Place Where You Belong
At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work.
We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility,



and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community.
Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework.
Learn More Discover the unique career opportunities we can offer by visiting our Careers Page.
At Macquarie University Health (MUH) you will play a key role in shaping the future of integrated healthcare in Australia.
You'll join a supportive, collaborative team that is committed to delivering innovative, patient-centred care backed by world-class research and teaching.
We know working together leads to better health outcomes.
This happens when clinicians, researchers, students and staff unite to improve lives through compassionate, coordinated, effective care that is centred around the patient.
As Australia's first fully integrated academic health precinct on a university campus, we translate research into faster diagnoses, better treatments and vidence-based recovery pathways.
In this environment, our clinicians receive unique, hands-on learning experiences.
Values
Our values, Caring, Integrity, Teamwork, Ambition, Innovation and Empowerment, are at the heart of everything we do.
They reflect our shared commitment to improving lives through exceptional care, groundbreaking research, education and collaboration.
Our values guide how we work, lead and support one another, helping us create a culture where people can thrive and where we continue to shape the future of healthcare together.
Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework *********
We acknowledge the richness of each individual's identity and the potential that brings.
This diversity creates an inclusive environment that leads to better outcomes for all.
Through a nurturing and fair environment, we are a workplace that empowers our people to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.
What we offer?
Salary sacrifice options and excellent salary packaging benefits (including venue hire, meals, entertainment and novated leasing), so you have great potential to maximise your income working for us.
Macquarie University childcare at a reduced staff rate.
Post-graduate study and ongoing education support through scholarship programs.
Access to extensive Macquarie University facilities, including reduced fees for sporting centre, gym and pool.
Location
Just 15km from Sydney's CBD and easily accessible by metro, our Wallumattagal Campus in Macquarie Park offers a vibrant and inspiring place to work in one of the world's greatest cities.
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📌 Registered Nurse (Scrub/Scout - The Orthopaedic Institute) (Sydney)
🏢 Macquarie University Hospital
📍 Sydney