Operating Theatre Assistant , Queensland Health

Operating Theatre Assistant , Queensland Health
Company:

Queensland Government


Details of the offer

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland.
Our purpose is `great care every day'. About your opportunity Operating Theatre Assistant / Permanent part-time / 37 hours p.f. To assist nursing, medical and surgical staff within the 14 Operating theatre complex and outlie areas to ensure a safe and efficient work area.
Assist with the transfer of patients to and from the operating tables using appropriate equipment. Assist with Perioperative antiseptic preparation, limb support and manipulation, irrigation fluids, and basic cardiac pulmonary resuscitation. Apply cast, splints and other appliances to patients as directed. Cleaning of operating theatres and associated areas in accordance to the Queensland Health Guidelines and Infection Control Guidelines. This will include a "high clean" of the theatre environment by the operating theatre assistant during core business hours. Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following: Demonstrated ability to perform the role of an Operating Theatre Assistant. Previous Manual Handling Experience in a Health Care setting. Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment. Demonstrated ability to priorities work commitments and work autonomously in a rapidly changing work environment. Excellent consultative, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Generous remuneration package value up to $40,739 p.a. comprising:
Salary range of $34.02 to $36.01 p.h. (OO3) Annual leave with leave loading 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation. Other employment benefits may include: professional development, , shift and locality allowances, employee wellness and assistance programs, and access to corporate discounts.
Requirements Although not mandatory, qualifications relevant to the position would be well regarded. Shift Workers: Appointees will be required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster. This is a Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) risk role: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, and Pertussis. Probation period may apply. Pre-employment checks will be conducted. Please refer to the Role Description for further details. Why make the change? Townsville University Hospital is a great place to work and Townsville itself is a great place to live - with the natural wonders of Magnetic Island a short boat ride away and Townsville being one of the main gateways to the Great Barrier Reef
Townsville offers great cafe culture at the strand with plenty of great walking tracks around the region, It is a dynamic neighbourhood with access to a variety of top-notch educational facilities, cutting-edge medical facilities, affordable housing, distinctive retail stores, great events, and a wide range of recreation opportunities.


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Operating Theatre Assistant , Queensland Health
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Queensland Government


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