The Tasmanian State Service (TSS) is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels.
The newly commissioned Operating Theatre complex consists of two Endoscopy, two General Theatres, Post Anaesthesia Care Unit (PACU) and a Day Surgery Unit (DSU). Currently functioning in two theatres each day, with an uplift to increase to three theatres in the coming months. The regional theatres for the Northwest provide surgical services for minor general, gynaecology, endoscopy, orthopaedics, urology and dental procedures for the North and Northwest.
The Role:
As a member of the perioperative team, provide an efficient, effective and safe support service to the Operating Room Suite and Day Procedure Unit, working collaboratively with staff from all areas of the hospital. The Theatre Attendant will promote the principles of quality health care and customer service and foster a positive environment for patient outcomes.
* Under supervision of the Registered Nurse, prepare the operating/procedure room for each procedure, ensuring the relevant furniture, equipment and appliances are at hand and have been checked, maintained and cleaned in accordance with established guidelines and manufacturers’ specifications.
* Provide basic technical assistance and support to nursing and medical staff with the correct and safe use of mechanical and biomedical equipment.
* Under direct supervision of, and in collaboration with, medical and nursing staff, using correct manual handling techniques, assist with correct, safe and dignified positioning of patients and specialised positioning equipment and perform preoperative hair removal as directed.
Details of appointment:
Permanent part time, day worker position, working 24 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary: $67,193 to $70,993 pro rata per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary Packaging:
You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
* Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Katherine Macbeth
Position: Nurse Unit Manager
Phone number: 0455140772
Email address:
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