Job Description
Theatre Technician
Req ID:  8748
Posting Start Date:  19/10/2026
Advertisement End Date:  03/11/2026
Work Location:  The RMH Parkville (City campus)

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.
Job Description: 

Theatre Technician - Cardiac Investigative Services 

  • Part time ongoing position  | 16 hours per fortnight
  • Support specialised cardiac procedures across three Cardiac Catheter Laboratories.
  • Salary packaging | Close to public transport 

 

About the role

Join the RMH Cardiac Services team as a Theatre Technician, supporting patients undergoing elective and emergency cardiac procedures across our three Cardiac Catheter Laboratories, which operate a 24/7 on-call service. You’ll work alongside a multidisciplinary team in a specialist cardiac environment delivering a wide range of procedures, including coronary angiography, pacemaker and ICD procedures, TAVI and complex cardiac interventions.

 

You’ll also support the Cardiology Day Ward and pre-admission clinic, helping prepare patients for procedures and surgery and supporting safe, efficient patient flow. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-quality cardiac care within a collaborative, team-focused service.

 

What you’ll do

 

  •  Facilitate safe and efficient journey of patients through 2SE, Cath Lab and Cardiology ward 
  • Undertake standard duties of a theatre technician, which include supporting elective and emergency procedures & responding to the needs of the department and service.  
  • Be working as a member of a multidisciplinary team and will be required to provide a highly responsive and flexible service to patients and their carers  
  • Ensure that the Cath Lab/procedure room is clean and efficiently set up for all procedures, according to the check List and the equipment required for the procedure are sterilised and available prior to the start of the procedure. 
  • Clean and return used equipment to CSSD , as well as clean the Cath Lab floor and empty all linen bins and assist in patient transfers.

 

About You

 

  • Certificate III in Health (Patient Services) is essential.
  • At least 6 months’ healthcare experience beyond Certificate III placements.
  • Availability to work a range of shifts, including Friday mornings.
  • Commitment to the Melbourne Way: putting people first, leading with kindness and achieving excellence together.

Highly desirable

  • Certificate IV in Operating Theatre Technical Support.
  • Previous experience in a theatre, Cardiac Catheter Laboratory or Interventional Radiology setting.

 

Benefits of Working at RMH

 

  • Meaningful Work
    Make a real difference in the lives of patients, families and our community.
  • Career Growth
    Access learning, development, and diverse career opportunities.
  • Supportive Culture & Belonging
    Join in a diverse and values-led organisation built on kindness, collaboration and inclusion.
  • Innovation
    Help shape the future of healthcare through research, technology and new models of care.
  • World-Class Excellence
    Work alongside leading healthcare professionals at one of Australia's premier public hospitals, within the Parkville Precinct—one of the world's leading biomedical and research precincts.
  • Enjoy great employee benefits
    Salary packaging of up to $12,000 tax free and generous leave entitlements, including additional annual leave and a monthly accrued day off for eligible full-time staff (role/EBA dependent).
  • Work in the Parkville Precinct
    Work in the Parkville precinct with excellent public transport, onsite parking options and access to staff health services.

 

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Interested?

 

Click Apply to submit your application, including a cover letter and resume.

 

Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

 
Name and Contact:  Silvy Jose

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and satisfactory Working With Children Check.

The RMH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment as a collective responsibility. We draw on our principles of self-determination, equity, accountability, and shared learning to create a culturally responsive health system that challenges how we strive for continuous quality improvement to meet the expectations of the communities and patients we serve.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

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.