EMPLOYMENT

Your Position at St John of God Bendigo Hospital You will be required to perform work of a complex nature under the supervision of a grade 3 or 4 Theatre Technician or delegated Manager, rotating through all Operating Lists in the hospital. They will function without direct supervision but under the supervision of Grade 3 or 4 Theatre Technicians and will be assisted in learning and developing in this role by these more senior staff members. The Position Focus on professional development to maintain standards of care Prepare the Operating Room for each surgical and endoscopic procedure, ensuring the necessary furniture, equipment, appliances and supplies are at hand and working efficiently. Carry out necessary checks on technical equipment prior to operating lists. Seek assistance as required. Assist in safe transfer of patients to and from the Wards to Holding Bays and to Theatres and correctly position of patients to and from the theatre table. Ensure monitoring equipment is correctly positioned and set for the anticipated surgery and be available to trouble shoot technical problems related to same, or to source assistance if required. Is aware of and maintains the aseptic field during surgery. Carry out all necessary cleaning before and between all cases in individual OR’S and Theatre Suite in general. Refers to duty statements and hospital cleaning/restocking protocols necessary. You will have Certificate III in Operating Theatre Technician and at least 12 months full time theatre experience as a Theatre Technician. To succeed you will have understanding of legislation and standards related to OH&S, Compliance issue & Workcover. Above all, patients will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values. The Benefits Salary $43.88 per hour (includes casual loading), plus12% superannuation Casual Position available As a casual employee, you can salary package a percentage of your earnings each pay period, which can be applied to 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 and well-being programs Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance Dynamic multidisciplinary team For enquiries contact Kayla Simmins, Manager Perioperative, on (03) 5434 3457 At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being. Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community. All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from Influenza in order to fulfil the requirements of the role.