The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers.

Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Operating Theatre Assistant
The Royal Melbourne Hospital 

• Part Time Ongoing Position Available
• Join a 16-Theatre Suite Covering All Surgical Specialties
• Contribute to a High-Performing Trauma and Emergency Surgical Team

The Royal Melbourne Hospital’s Perioperative Services team is seeking passionate and skilled staff to help deliver outstanding surgical care. As a leading trauma centre with a dynamic and fast-paced environment, we offer you the opportunity to work in a collaborative and patient-focused team. No two days are the same in our theatre suite — and every team member plays a vital role in delivering safe, timely, and effective care. This role offers the right candidate the opportunity progress from a PSA to TT, with potential to gain exposure to a broad range of surgical specialties — from trauma and emergency surgery to orthopaedics and neurosurgery

Your New Role

• Provide vital support in the operating suite by assisting with patient transfers, theatre set-up, equipment handling and cleaning, and maintaining stock levels
• Work a 24/7 rotating roster including on-call shifts, with strong support from the Theatre Support Services Manager
• Be part of a cohesive team committed to safety, excellence, and patient-centred care
• Maintain theatre equipment, perform routine cleaning, and support clinical teams in real-time
• Opportunity to progress to Operating Theatre Technician, dependent on appropriate qualifications

About You

• Hold a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance or equivalent (Certificate III in HAS Operating Theatre Technical Support desirable)
• Have recent experience working as a PSA in a hospital environment
• Thrive in a fast-paced setting, demonstrating flexibility and the ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
• Comfortable with rotating shifts and being on-call as required
• Value professional development and a culture of continuous improvement

 Benefits of working at RMH:

• Be part of a supportive and values-driven workplace culture
• Career growth opportunities, ongoing training, and professional development
• Access to Health & Wellbeing programs including Fitness Passport, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Staff Peer Support
• Salary packaging, on-site car parking, and great public transport access

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Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can support a team making a real impact in patients’ lives — we want to hear from you!

Apply now – interviews will commence as soon as suitable applicants are received.
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As a leader in healthcare, we recognise the need to foster a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply, and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.