Theatre Assistant

Ramsay provides high quality healthcare to millions of people each year through a network of hospitals, clinics and services in Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom. The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care. 

Westmead Private Hospital opened in October 2000 and is owned and operated by global hospital group, Ramsay Health Care.  We cater for a broad range of health care needs from day surgery procedures through to highly complex surgery.

The 212 bed private hospital is co-located with Westmead Hospital and Westmead Children’s Hospital and is a teaching hospital of the Western Clinical School of the University of Sydney.

Westmead Private Hospital is now hiring! 

We are seeking an enthusiastic and energetic individual with a strong customer focus to fill the role of a Theatre Assistant on a permanent, full-time basis.

About the Role

As a Theatre Assistant, you will be working in the theatre department with responsibilities including:

• Working with and assisting clinical staff.
• Setting up consumables and other specialty stock to ensure theatres are set up for surgical procedures and equipment has been checked.
• Maintaining high standards of infection control through environmental cleaning of the operating theatre and equipment.
• Assisting with the safe positioning of patients for surgical procedures under the direction of clinical staff.

In this role you will have access to an outstanding working environment, modern facilities, innovative education programs and a supportive management team.

About You

An interest in patient care is essential to succeed in this role. You will have excellent communication skills and a willingness to develop a working knowledge of hospital procedures. You will be a motivated, positive individual and demonstrate a high level of attention to detail.

You will also bring:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effective within a team environment and independently
• Excellent patient and customer service focus
• Available to work afternoon shifts.
• Certificate III or Certificate IV Level in relatable field or AIN Certificate (Desirable)
• Prior experience in a similar role (Desirable)

What’s in it for You: 

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including: 

• Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy 

• Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more 

• Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts 

• Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7 

• Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services. 

Why Join Ramsay: 

At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are: 

• Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff 

• A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally 

• A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide. 

• Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months. 

• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children Check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

Apply:  

Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today and join us at Westmead Private Hospital. All applications must be lodged online. 

Applications close: 16th October 2026

Reference number: JR116505

Please Note:

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.au.

Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.