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Add expected salary to your profile for insightsFixed Term, Full Time, up to 76 hours per fortnightJuly 2025 until July 2026 (12-month training program)Theatre Technician Grade 1 ($28.84737 IN7) (excludes allowances)(Junior rates apply to employees aged under 19 years)_____________________________________________________________________________________________Theatre Technician in Training Launch Your Career in Perioperative CareWith the exciting expansion of our surgical services, were offering a unique opportunity to kickstart your career as a Theatre Technician in Training. Join our highly skilled and diverse team of surgeons, anaesthetists and dedicated nurses in a fast-paced, rewarding environment where your role directly supports safe, high-quality patient care.This 12-month, hands-on training position combines in-house experience with external study, leading to a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Operating Theatre Technician specialisation). Youll assist in patient transfers, ensure safe positioning, maintain equipment, and help prepare the operating theatre for a wide range of procedures.Were seeking committed individuals ready to work a mix of day and evening shifts and embrace the vital role technicians play in the operating suite. Successful trainees may be offered permanent roles upon course completionmaking this more than just a job, but a true career pathway in healthcare.Our preferred candidate will have:Enthusiasm and flexibility in their working hours - there are a variety shifts depending on the theatre listsPrevious manual handling &/or patient transportation experience - highly desirableIs capable of working in a physically demanding environmentGood professional communication skillsPrevious experience within a hospital or health care settingThe ability to work in all areas of the operating room suite and in the specialties offeredThe knowledge of Infection Control Principles & Occupational Health & Safety requirementsThe ability to work effectively with a diverse team of peopleIMPORTANT:Some roles in the healthcare sector are required to be vaccinated annually for Influenza (unless a valid exemption applies). Evidence of vaccination (or exemption) may be required prior to commencement.About our organisationThe West Gippsland Healthcare Group is a customer focused health organisation providing acute medical and surgical, obstetric, emergency, residential care and community health services to 45,000 people in the rural, urban residential, agricultural and industrial areas located within the Baw Baw Shire and beyond. The administrative headquarters are located at West Gippsland Hospital in Warragul, approximately 100kms east of Melbourne.West Gippsland Healthcare Group staff benefits includeFlexible working arrangementsAccess to employee assistance programSalary packagingFree ParkingWorking with usAll appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, a National Police Record Clearance and a current Employee Working with Children Check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments.Further details and how to applyFurther information is contained in the Position Description . Applications must be submitted via seek.com.au and must include a current CV and cover letter. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide at least 2 professional referees. If you have any further queries, please contactElise Parry, Deputy Nurse Unit Manager, 03 5263 0779 ( (emailprotected) )Please apply at your earliest convenience, shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date._____________________________________________________________________________________________As an inclusive employer, committed to improving diversity and equity in our workforce, we encourage applications from all parts of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTI people, and people with lived experience of disability.As a Child Safe organisation, West Gippsland Healthcare Group promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with disability.How do your skills match this job?How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.Your application will include the following questions:Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS? Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years'' experience do you have as a Theatre Technician? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment? Under Government requirements, some roles in Healthcare settings must be seasonally vaccinated for influenza. Are you able to meet this requirement prior to commencement if you were the successful applicant? Please outline any previous experience in healthcare. Are you able to commit to this training program, for a 12-month period?West Gippsland Healthcare Group provides acute medical and surgical, obstetric, emergency, community and aged care services, primarily in the Shire of Baw Baw, approximately 100 kms east of Melbourne.West Gippsland Healthcare Group comprises a number of sites. They are Baw Baw Health and Community Care Centre, Community Services Centres in Warragul and Trafalgar, Cooinda Lodge Aged Care Residence, Rawson Community Health Centre, Andrews House Aged Care Residence, Warragul Linen Service and West Gippsland Hospital.Source: This is an extract from the company''s own website.About UsWest Gippsland Healthcare Group provides acute medical and surgical, obstetric, emergency, community and aged care services, primarily in the Shire of Baw Baw, approximately 100 kms east of Melbourne.West Gippsland Healthcare Group comprises a number of sites. They are Baw Baw Health and Community Care Centre, Community Services Centres in Warragul and Trafalgar, Cooinda Lodge Aged Care Residence, Rawson Community Health Centre, Andrews House Aged Care Residence, Warragul Linen Service and West Gippsland Hospital.Source: This is an extract from the company''s own website.To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory. #J-18808-Ljbffr