The Team:
The Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) is Tasmania’s largest hospital and provides tertiary‑level surgical services to the Tasmanian community. Perioperative Services at RHH delivers both elective and 24‑hour emergency surgery across a wide range of specialties, supporting statewide referral services including cardiothoracic surgery, neurosurgery, major trauma, and burns. The Theatre team works collaboratively across the Operating Theatre Suite, Perioperative Unit, Day Procedure Unit, and Recovery areas to ensure safe, timely, and high‑quality surgical care. As part of the Department of Health, the team is committed to patient‑centred care, infection prevention, and supporting positive health outcomes for patients, staff, and the wider community
The Role:
The Theatre Support Officer provides essential operational and technical support within the Operating Theatre environment. The role is responsible for preparing operating rooms, supporting the safe use of specialised equipment, assisting with patient movement and positioning, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness, infection control, and workplace safety. Working closely with nursing, medical, and allied health staff, the Theatre Support Officer contributes to the smooth flow of perioperative services and supports safe and dignified care for patients throughout their surgical journey
You will need:
- Demonstrated ability to safely assist with patient handling, movement, and positioning in a perioperative environment, in line with WH&S requirements
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Sound communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure setting
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Knowledge, or the ability to develop knowledge, of theatre equipment, infection prevention and control, and emergency procedures relevant to perioperative practice
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
Multiple fixed term, casual, shift worker positions, working as and when required, commencing as soon as possible for approximately 12 months.
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 pro rata per annum + 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.
- 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:
- Holds or is working towards a Certificate III or IV in Operating Theatre Technical Support through a nationally accredited training provider.
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:
Application Guide:
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.
Renee Mansfield
Manager of Support Services - Surgical and Perioperative Services
renee.mansfield@ths.tas.gov.au
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The Theatre Support Officer provides vital operational support in the operating theatre, assisting with room preparation, equipment, patient movement, and infection control to ensure safe, efficient, and dignified perioperative care.