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Operating Assistant

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District, NSW Health

How to apply

In replacement of a cover letter, please download the attached Selection Criteria Response Template and provide a response against each of the following selection criteria:

  1. Previous experience in one or more areas of this role – preferably working with people in a care setting, undertaking cleaning duties, manual handling and/or providing general assistance in a health or aged care setting.
  2. Be able to meet the physical demands of the position as listed in the physical requirements in the position description.
  3. Good communication skills in English - both written and verbal. Ability to communicate effectively across a multi-disciplinary work environment upholding the CORE principles of the organisation.
  4. Able to demonstrate a clear understanding of Work Health and Safety and Safe Work Practices, including safe manual handling and display a thorough knowledge of Infection Control guidelines and policies
  5. Demonstrated ability to work independently, completing set tasks effectively.
  6. Ability to work effectively as a member of a team, supporting others and taking directions from supervisors or other staff as appropriate.
  7. Willingness to work within an operating theatre environment, around surgical procedures, as part of the broader care Team, with the ability to effectively demonstrate problem solving, time management and prioritisation skills in a Multidisciplinary Surgical work environment.
  8. Ability and willingness to work shifts, on a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays.

Please note all future correspondence after your application is submitted will be received from the NSW Health Recruitment system [email protected].

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Join us and shape the success of the largest employer in the region. Support your local community and receive great benefits including salary packaging, accrued days off and educational opportunities.