Theatre Support Officer (532329)

The Team:

• The NWRH Theatre is a vibrant, supportive team consisting of four operating theatres providing Orthopaedics, Gynaecology, General Surgery, ENT, Endoscopy and dental services. 
• NWRH Theatre is committed to a positive workplace culture, and excellent clinical care within a supportive environment.
• Standard working hours are a variety of shifts between the hours of 0800 and 2130 seven days a week and an on-call service overnight. 

The Role:

This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a dynamic operating theatre environment, with exposure to complex patient care and access to ongoing educational development. You will work in a supportive multidisciplinary on a rotating 7-day roster, including morning and afternoon shifts. You will join a cohesive and dynamic team, with on-the-job training provided and access to salary packaging 

Key Responsibilities include:

• Prepare and set up operating theatres with equipment and consumables
• Safely transport and assist patients within all areas of the operating theatre suite
• Support surgical teams and set up and manage theatre equipment in line with surgical requirements
• Maintain strict hygiene, infection control standards, and patient confidentiality at all times

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania:

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment:

Multiple fixed term, casual positions working as and when required, commencing as soon as possible for approximately 24 months. 

*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

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 $72,126 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

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 $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility:

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Operating Theatre Technician Specialisation)
• Certificate IV in Operating Theatre Technical Support

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties: 

Generic Theatre Support Officer OHO3 North, NW (Nov 2025).docx

Application Guide:  

Applicant Guide.docx

How to apply:

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Daphne Nicholls
Position: Nurse Unit Manager - Operating Room Suite NW
Phone number: (03) 6493 6370
Email address: daphne.nicholls@ths.tas.gov.au

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Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.