This is a great opportunity for a qualified and experienced theatre technician to join our Theatre team, working on a casual basis. In this role, you will be responsible for attending to duties in a manner that contributes to the promotion and delivery of a high standard of client care, recognising and acting in accordance with the legal requirements and policies and procedures of MDHS.

MDHS services the Central Goldfields and Pyrenees Shire with campuses in Avoca, Dunolly and Maryborough. The strong clinical and social links between the three campuses ensure that the community is cared for by qualified staff who are committed to high standards of person-centred care. MDHS is one of the largest employers in the region, providing the perfect setting to become part of our team and community.

Theatre Technician Grade 3 - Casual

Classification: Dependent on Qualifications and Experience

Award: Victorian Public Health Sector (Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers) Single Interest Enterprise Agreement 2021 - 2025

This is a great opportunity for a qualified and experienced theatre technician to join our Theatre team, working on a casual basis. In this role, you will be responsible for attending to duties in a manner that contributes to the promotion and delivery of a high standard of client care, recognising and acting in accordance with the legal requirements and policies and procedures of MDHS.

We are looking for someone with the following qualities:

• Embrace and promote the values of MDHS – Genuine, Respect, Excellence, Accountability & Togetherness
• Certificate III in Health Service Assistance (Operating Theatre Support)
• Good communication and leadership skills
• High standard of professional behaviour

What's in it for you?

• Great Working Environment – Join a group of motivated health care professionals with a cascual contract. Opportunity to join the Social Club, offering a wide range of social events and local retail discounts.
• Fantastic Earning Potential – Generous Base Salary under the Health & Allied EBA with Salary Packaging available.
• Supportive Culture with Continuous Improvement Opportunities – Culture that promotes and embraces the organisational values of GREAT (Genuine, Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Togetherness) and encourages and supports employees to engage in professional development with access to the Centre of Inspired Learning and Simulation Lab.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential

• Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Operating Theatre Technical Support) or equivalent, and
• Minimum 12 months experience as a Theatre Technician.

Technical/Professional Knowledge and skills

• Ability to perform duties required while rotating through all surgical specialties offered in the operating suite.
• Understanding of the importance of all standards and policies relevant to the Operating Theatre
• Excellent computer skills
• Understanding of the importance of prioritised equipment
• Be competent in performing the role of a Theatre Technician
• Demonstrated evidence of commitment to ongoing education and professional development to ensure working within current scope of practice.

For further information, please contact Sonia Smith, Nurse Unit Manager – Perioperative Services via 5461 0314 or so.smith@mdhs.vic.gov.au

Applications for this position close on Sunday, 6th October 2024. 

Applications are to include:

-          Covering Letter

-          Resume

-          Written response to the Key Selection Criteria, available in the Position Description on the position advertisement.

Applications are to be submitted by selecting the "Apply Now" button below.

MDHS is an equal opportunity employer. Appointments are subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and a Working with Children Check. NDIS Workers Screening will be required for workers identified as working within a risk assessed role.