Operating Assistant (Lvl 1) - Campbelltown Hospital - Perm FT/PT

Requisition ID: REQ672809

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time / Part Time, 38 hours per week

Remuneration: $32.53 - $33.38 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Location: Campbelltown Hospital

Applications close: 12/07/2027

Contact: Sandhya Rimal on [email protected]

Please note: A current influenza (flu) vaccination is a mandatory requirement for appointment to this position. With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia. Achieve Something Great Join a high-performing operating theatre team in Campbelltown Hospital and play a vital role in delivering safe, efficient, and patient-focused care. This position supports the transportation of patients across wards, theatres, recovery, endoscopy, and specialised areas, ensuring correct preparation and positioning for procedures. Key responsibilities include preparing and maintaining operating tables and specialised equipment, assisting clinical staff with patient handling and positioning, and upholding strict infection control standards. The role also contributes to maintaining a clean and well-organised environment while supporting the smooth flow of daily theatre operations through equipment management, stock control, and environmental cleaning.

Are You the Right Fit? The ideal candidate is reliable, proactive, and detail-oriented, with a strong commitment to safety and teamwork. A hands-on approach and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment are essential. Confidence in assisting with patient handling, equipment setup, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation is required. Strong time management and the ability to manage competing priorities such as responding to calls, restocking supplies, and supporting theatre turnover will ensure success in this role. This is a great opportunity to contribute meaningfully behind the scenes and support positive patient outcomes.

Selection Criteria To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

• Operating theatre experience and or willingness to learn new skills as an Operating Assistant
• Ability to work a rotating roster
• Commitment to teamwork
• Accurate and appropriate verbal and written communication skills
• Manual handling skills
• Basic computer skills

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• Position Information

• Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.

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• Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

• We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact [email protected]

• We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

• Aboriginal Workforce

• For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [email protected]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

• Financial Perks

• 12% superannuation
• Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
• Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)

• One extra day off each month for full-time employees

• Work-Life Balance

• Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
• Paid maternity and parental leave

• Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

• Grow Your Career

• Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.

• Health & Wellbeing

• Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
• Free and confidential s…