Theatre Set Up Assistant at St John of… · Geraldton

Your role at St John of God Geraldton Hospital

You will assist in the effective supply of all instruments and items required for Theatre and other associated clinical activities. The role includes assisting with theatre setup for surgical lists, supporting patient positioning, cleaning theatres between cases and preparing setups for the following day’s sessions.

St John of God Hospital Geraldton houses two operating theatres, one procedure room and a range of onsite diagnostic services, including medical imaging and pathology. The hospital also operates a Specialist Medical Centre that provides facilities for permanent and visiting medical practitioners, encompassing a range of medical specialties. You will be a valued member of our supportive and approachable multidisciplinary team.

This Casual position offers flexibility with work hours and days, Monday to Friday for those with willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

The Position

• Facilitate and assist in the set-up of sterile instrument working trolleys for each surgical procedure.
• Maintain integrity of sterile stock environment in relation to storage, ventilation and cleanliness.
• Maintain the set-up room environment by re-stocking, organising trolleys and general housekeeping.
• Maintain theatre instruments and equipment as required.
• Ensure correct location of re-processed sterile supplies and trays.
• Responsible for collection of sterile supplies and instruments for individual cases.
• Ensure adequate rotation of sterile stock according to empty dates.
• Act as resource for nursing staff to locate correct supplies.
• Assist with theatre set up and patient positioning.
• Assist with theatre cleaning between cases.

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled team member with proven experience in sterilisation technology and instrument processing. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong working knowledge of sterilisation procedures and will confidently apply Infection Control and Occupational Safety and Health standards in their daily practice.

Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with the ability to build positive relationships and work effectively with colleagues across a range of disciplines. You will bring well-developed interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to team-based environments.

A commitment to continuous quality improvement is key to this role, as is the ability to contribute to safe, efficient, and high-quality service delivery. If you thrive in a multi-disciplinary team and are passionate about maintaining exceptional standards, we’d love to hear from you. Previous experience is preferred but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.

We can offer you

• Salary: $41.77 to $42.47 per hour (inclusive of casual loading), plus 12% superannuation
• Casual position working Monday to Friday.
• As a casual employee, you can salary package a percentage of your earnings each pay period on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses
• A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave & well-being programs
• Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
• Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Innovative Professional Development opportunities

For enquiries contact Megan Clarkson, Nurse Manager – Perioperative Services, on (08) 9965 8807.

Applications will be reviewed throughout the advertising period and interviews conducted regularly. Apply today!

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