Welcome to St John of God Health Care

St John of God Health Care is one of the largest private providers of health care services in Australia, employing more than 16,000 employees (caregivers). We operate 26 hospitals and services comprising more than 3,300 hospital beds, including home nursing, disability services and social outreach programs.

As a Catholic, not-for-profit group, we invest all profits to the communities we serve by updating and expanding our facilities and technology; expanding existing services and developing and acquiring new services; and providing Social Outreach services to people experiencing disadvantage to improve health and wellbeing.

St John of God Subiaco Hospital is the oldest and biggest hospital in the St John of God Health Care group, having been established in 1898. It is one of Australia's most respected providers of health care services and an internationally renowned leader in clinical trials and research. The hospital is also a leader in innovation and adoption of new technologies, including the implementation of robotic surgical devices and virtual reality imaging technology.

Your Role

The Senior Anaesthetic Technician is responsible for the overall coordination of the anaesthetic service and promotes the development of excellence in the delivery of anaesthetic care in the Operating Suite.

The Position

• In conjunction with the Clinical Nurse Manager Anaesthetics, Clinic Nurse - Anaesthetics and Theatre Coordinator, ensures appropriate anaesthetic staff allocation to the theatres to meet unit needs and productivity goals.
• Acts in the role of Anaesthetic Support person, supporting and assisting in education and troubleshooting with equipment.
• Acts in a clinical role as per Anaesthetics Technician's position description.
• Demonstrates effective leadership and enhances customer service among internal and external customers.
• Represents the area at appropriate committees.
• Assists with the ongoing Performance Reviews and Development plans of all anaesthetic caregivers.
• Liaises with the Clinical Educator in developing and delivering education and supporting professional development in the area of anaesthetics to all caregivers.
• Acts as an educational resource and mentors junior and trainee assistants to the anaesthetist.
• Reviews resource usage in the department and recommends changes for greater efficiency where applicable.
• In conjunction with appropriate others troubleshoots technical issues and organises for repair if necessary.
• Actively contributes to the development of clinical policies and procedures for anaesthetics.

You will hold a Diploma of Anaesthetic Technology or Diploma of Paramedical Science (Anaesthesia) with relevant recent acute anaesthetic experience in an Operating Suite/Day Services Unit/Day Procedure Unit.

To succeed you will have substantial demonstrated experience as an anaesthetic technician with sound knowledge of anaesthetic related procedures and equipment.

You will be able to demonstrate well developed interpersonal and conflict resolution skills with the ability to liaise with staff at all levels. We expect you will have the ability to lead and motivate yourself and your colleagues and enjoy working as part of a team.

Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.

We can offer you

• Salary: $107,033 to $110,432 plus 12% superannuation
• Permanent full-time position
• Salary packaging up to $18,550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as:
• Novated leasing
• work related expenses
• self-education and
• additional superannuation
• A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave & well-being programs
• Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
• Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Innovative Professional Development opportunities

For enquiries contact Chinchu James, Nurse Unit Manager on 0448 419 896

Applications will be reviewed throughout the advertising period and interviews conducted regularly - so apply today! If suitable candidates are identified, advertisement may close early.

At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.