About the roleThis position is a key part of our St Vincent’s Lismore - Operating Theatres, reporting directly to the Theatre Nurse Unit Manager.In this role you will deliver a customer focussed service to patients, their families and visitors and provide essential support to the Operating Theatres including:GENERAL:Be aware of and adhere to medico-legal responsibilities.Assist with patient and equipment positioning within the OR.Assist clinical staff with the application of tourniquet and diathermy plate, draping and irrigation as necessary.Connect sucker tubing, diathermy leads and air hoses or stake cables and other miscellaneous equipment as directed.Ensure equipment preferences are up to date and accessibleEnsure equipment organised for the daily needs of each theatre.Be accountable for accurate and timely work results;Strive to meet and exceed expectations, demonstrating sound judgement.INFECTION CONTROL:Ensure all areas are cleaned to Standards and sign off that completed tasks have been attendedParticipate and contribute to Infection Control principles within the unitMaintain Hand Hygiene between patients and proceduresCompletes specific cleaningReport issues concerning potential infection for patients or other members of the team and report breaches of sterility.Ensure injuries to self or others are reported immediately and write variances for changes to patient pathway.Demonstrate knowledge and ability to assist with theatre change over including acceptable practices governing housekeeping and a surgically clean environment and aim for above standard practice.This is a Casual position, based at our St Vincent’s Lismore campus.Our benefitsBeyond our measurable commitment to building a culture of excellence, we offer our people a range of benefits including but not limited to:Salary packaging up to $9,010 each year, decreasing your tax and increasing your take home pay + $2,650 in entertainment/accommodation benefitsHealth & wellbeing support with AccessEAP, Fitness Passport, & free Flu vaccinationsAccess to private health corporate plansSkilled leaders and supportive teamsSubsidised meals and coffee shop discountsFree onsite staff parkingOngoing formal and informal performance feedbackYour skills & experienceDemonstrated knowledge of the principles governing WH&S, Infection Control, Quality Improvement, Waste ManagementProven interpersonal and communication skills with ability to work within a multidisciplinary team so as to facilitate desired outcomes.Demonstrated responsibility and accountability for actionsAbility to provide suggestions and options with a level of enterprise and initiative.Commitment to the Mission and Values of St. Vincent’s Hospital.About usEstablished in 1921, St Vincent’s Lismore leads the way in providing high-quality healthcare, aged care and childcare for the people of our community. It is our mission to create a culture of excellence in quality healthcare, reflecting Catholic values and principles in the spirit of Jesus Christ. At St Vincent’s Lismore we are united by our values of Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Courage and Kindness.Our values underpin how we work together, provide care and support for our patients, staff and community every day.To applyApplications will close when the right candidate is found. Apply now.For further information contact: 02 6627 9543.Please submit your resume detailing your experience along with a cover letter by clicking apply now or email hr@svh.org.au* Applicants must have the right to work in Australia (Australian citizen or permanent resident) to be considered eligible to apply for this position. AUDLismore2480