Glenelg Community Hospital is seeking experienced and enthusiastic Ophthalmology Scrub/Scout nurses to join our Theatre team.

- Enjoy excellent work-life balance with Monday to Friday shifts and no weekends or public holidays

- Join our clinical team on a part-time or casual basis

- Be part of a supportive, family-friendly workplace

About us

Glenelg Community Hospital is a not-for-profit organisation located in the seaside suburb of Glenelg South. The Hospital is fully licensed and includes inpatient rooms, day surgery facilities, two operating theatres and a procedure room. We provide planned day and short-stay elective surgical services to the local community in a welcoming and patient-centred environment. Our specialties include ophthalmology, orthopaedics (including joint replacements), plastic, reconstructive and cosmetic surgery, oral surgery, and gastroenterology.

Our specialties include ophthalmology, orthopaedics (including joint replacements), plastic, reconstructive and cosmetic surgery, oral surgery, and gastroenterology.

About You

- Experience as a perioperative ophthalmology scrub/scout nurse in a surgical hospital setting, including cataract, oculoplastic and retinal procedures.

- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered or Enrolled Nurse

- Ability to work collaboratively within our dynamic clinical team, support the effective operation of the Hospital and deliver an exceptional patient experience

- Strong organisational and communication skills, a team-oriented approach and the ability to liaise effectively with multidisciplinary teams across the Hospital





- Innovative thinking and sound problem-solving skills

- A positive, team-focused approach and the ability to respond constructively to workplace challenges and change

- A current Working with Children Check, National Police Clearance and up-to-date immunisations

Experience in our other surgical specialties would also be highly regarded.

Benefits

- Work with a dedicated team that lives our values of Respect, Embracing Change, Integrity, Teamwork and Having Fun.

- Access competitive salary packaging designed to increase your take-home pay.

- Participate in online learning and development programs.

- Receive free annual flu vaccinations.

- Access wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program.

- Enjoy free street parking and the option to purchase staff meals.

- Closure over the Christmas period.

- Eligible employees can access 12 weeks of paid parental leave.

Applications must be submitted via SEEK and should include a current CV, a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and area of interest, and details of two current professional referees, one of whom should be a direct line manager.

Applications should be addressed in confidence to Annabel Ganley, Clinical Manager.

Applications close Friday, 6th November 2026.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be notified. Applicants must have relevant experience, the right to work in Australia and currently reside in Australia. No applications from recruitment agencies will be accepted.

Glenelg Community Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

📌 Ophthalmology Scrub Scout Nurse (Glenelg South)
🏢 Glenelg Community Hospital
📍 Glenelg South