Head Theatre Technician- Grade 6

Head Theatre Technician- Knox Private

Excellent location- Close to Eastlink

Full time permanent position

Career progression opportunities

About the role
The Head Theatre Technician is responsible for leading effective coordination and efficient management for the theatre technician team within the Perioperative Environment.

The Head Theatre technician is a valued and collaborative member of the multidisciplinary team and is accountable for coordinating and delivering safe and comprehensive patient centred care while working competently within their scope of practice and in alignment with policies and guidelines.

The Head Theatre Technician classification requires both Clinical and Management portfolios/ collaboration with the Nurse Unit Manager these portfolios/duties include but are not limited to:

Maintenance of Accreditation Standards within the Operations Unit

Supervision and training to Theatre Technicians Grade 1 to 5

Theatre Technician Recruitment and maintenance of Budgeted EFT. Inclusive of roster and leave management and Orientation to new staff

Responsible for performance appraisals

Escalation and reporting of issues through the appropriate management line

Promotes and drives Theatre Efficiency and staff culture and morale

Responsible for the availability of Equipment/Supplies that meet the needs of the department

Develop and provide training to the team based on training needs analysis

Ensures staff compliance with mandatory training requirements

About us
Knox Private Hospitalis one of the largest private hospitals in Victoria caring for over 1.2 million people across Melbournes east and outer east.

This Hospital is a fully accredited tertiary facility with 334 beds providing Emergency Services Extensive Surgical Specialities 14 bed ICU 17 bed CCU Medical and a full range of Cardiac Services including two 24-hour Cardiac Catheter Laboratories.

The largest and most established private hospital in the eastern region of Victoria Knox Private Hospital specialises in diagnostic elective and emergency cardiovascular care including open heart surgery 24/7. Utilising the latest technology and expertise we offer a Cardiology Centre orthopaedics neurosurgery urology and more.

Our expert care team of surgeons specialist doctors dedicated nurses and other professionals will ensure that your experience is the best it can be.

About you

Essential criteria includes:

Certificate IV in Health Service Assistance (Operating Theatre Technical Support)

3 Years experience post attainment of certificate IV

Completed specialty training in areas such as cell saving laser stealth organ retrieval or spinal care

Able to work in all areas of the operating suite and have comprehensive knowledge and ability to work within each of the clinical specialties offered

A high degree of autonomy and accountability.

Exceptional communication and organisational skills

Desirable criteria

Cert 4 training and assessment

Previous experience as Grade 4 or above

Why Healthscope
Join us at Healthscope and step into a vibrantCommunity of Carewhere your impact is felt every day! Our dedicated team members are the heartbeat of our organisation making a real difference in the lives of patients and their families. As Australias only national private hospital operator our 42 sites are backed by a dynamic Support Office empowering us to deliver outstanding care to the communities we serve.

Heres what we offer:

Flexibility:Work across one or multiple hospitals in our expansive network

Perks:Discounted health insurance gym memberships salary packaging & more!

Growth:Access continuous professional development and education to fuel your career journey

At Healthscope we take pride in collaborating with talented passionate and compassionate individuals to ensure every patient experiences the highest quality care during their stay. Join us and be part of something truly meaningful!

Come and be the difference in our patients lives!

Applications close: 20/03/26

To Apply: Please click on the Apply button to be taken to our online application form. For any

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More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.