Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per weekLocation: Liverpool Hospital Position Classification: Operations Assistant Remuneration: $59,935.21 - $61,500.05 per annum Requisition ID: REQ520043Application Close Date: 06/10/2024Interview Date Range: 09/10/2024 – 16/10/2024Contact Details: VIJAY KRISHNAN – (02) 8738 4227 |
About the Opportunity Liverpool Hospital is seeking a dedicated Operations Assistant to support the smooth and efficient functioning of its theatres.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining theatre cleanliness, ensuring patient safety, and managing the safe transportation of patients between various departments such as Wards, Theatres, Recovery, and Endoscopy.
Key duties include preparing operating tables and specialised equipment, assisting in the lifting and positioning of patients, and maintaining cleanliness and hygiene across all areas of the operating suite.
Additionally, the role involves the removal of waste, restocking medical supplies, and performing end-of-day and infection-control cleaning.
In this role, the Operations Assistant will play a crucial part in supporting clinical staff, including assisting with the preparation and transfer of deceased patients to the mortuary in accordance with hospital policy.
Responsibilities also include maintaining oxygen and CO2 cylinders, restocking fluid and blanket warmers, and ensuring the cleanliness of change rooms.
Liverpool Hospital is looking for an individual who can communicate effectively with staff at all levels, follow safety protocols, and contribute to the overall efficiency of theatre operations in a fast-paced environment.
Where You'll Be Working Liverpool Hospital is undergoing a $830 million redevelopment as part of the Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct, one of NSW's largest infrastructure projects.
This transformation will expand clinical services, enhance research and teaching facilities, and position the hospital as a global hub for medical innovation.
The redevelopment aims to meet the growing healthcare needs of South Western Sydney, while also boosting the local economy.
A new multi-storey car park, completed in 2022, added 500 additional parking spaces to support the hospital's increasing capacity.
The hospital, a key teaching facility for UNSW Sydney and Western Sydney University, provides a wide range of services including emergency care, cancer treatment, paediatrics, and mental health services.
With 23 operating theatres and space for 877 beds, Liverpool Hospital is a major healthcare provider for the region.
Located in the heart of Liverpool City, it is easily accessible by public transport and near local amenities.
How to Apply To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible.
View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
Operating theatre experience and or willingness to learn new skills as an Operating Assistant Ability to work a 7 day rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays across morning, afternoon and night shifts as required Commitment to teamwork Accurate and appropriate verbal and written communication skills Manual handling skills Basic computer skills Need more information?
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