Lithotripsy Theatre Technician Grade 4

• Excellent benefits including salary packaging
  
• Fitzroy location, some intrastate travel may be required
  
• Permanent, Part Time- 8 Hours per fortnight
  

About the Role

The Lithotripsy theatre technician is an integral member of the multidisciplinary lithotripsy team. You will have competent knowledge of the required resources and equipment needed for Lithotripsy procedures, as well as appropriate patient preparation. As required, you will be required to travel intrastate to provide service delivery, whilst ensuring equipment is at the correct site for theatre lists. Ideally you will have a manual driver’s license and/or willingness to obtain a heavy rigid license to transport the lithotripter. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a dynamic and fast paced team.



Duties

• You will be efficient in preparing the patient and providing care, including safe transportation and positioning of the patient for their lithotripsy procedure
  
• Provide technical support in regards to the lithotripter and ‘Tug’ (lifting equipment for the lithotripter)
  
• Housekeeping management to provide a clean environment with all equipment required for the procedure
  
• Coordinate the patients’ medical imaging requirements, including transportation of the patient to and from medical imaging
  
• Have an understanding of medical terminology and technical requirements of the role
  
• Conduct all daily relevant administration tasks, and ensure accurate documentation
  
• Drive the lithotripsy truck and attend lists at rural sites as required, whilst ensuring all equipment that is needed is available and ready for use
  

Classifications for the position range from IN10 ( $72,061.60 per annum pro rata)



Your Contribution

• Certificate III in Health (Theatre Technician)
  
• Certificate IV in Operating Suite technical support
  
• Current National criminal history check, or willing to obtain
  

What we Offer

• A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
  
• Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
  
• Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
  
• Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
  
• Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
  
• Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
  
• Culture of continuous improvement
  

About the Lithotripsy Department

St Vincent’s Lithotripsy aims to provide delivery of ESWL services, management and supervision of the lithotripsy equipment at St Vincent’s and at other mobile sites across Victoria. The Lithotripsy service runs session’s onsite at SVHM in both main operating theatres and in Endoscopy, as well as visiting remote Hospitals.



Working at St Vincent’s

St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.



Application

Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.



Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.



We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.



Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.

SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).



This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.