• 2 x Opportunities available for qualified and experienced Registered Nurses in Theatre (ENT & Ophthalmology). 1x Permanent Full time and 1 x Part time permanent/casual opening available
  
• Base salary from $76,868 - $107,956 (Registered Nurse level 2-8 salary based on experience) and access to the full salary packaging benefit with Maxxia to maximise your take-home pay.
  
• Be part of a University-owned, innovative, academically integrated healthcare organisation where professional development, ongoing education, and career progression are supported and encouraged.

The Role

We are currently seeking experienced Registered Nurses to join our Operating Theatres, specialising in Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) and Ophthalmology surgery. We have 2 positions available for a 1x Permanent Full time and 1 x Part time permanent/casual.

As a Theatre Nurse, you will play an integral role in supporting surgical teams in the safe and effective delivery of ENT and ophthalmic procedures. You will provide skilled perioperative nursing care across the scrub/scout roles and contribute to the smooth functioning of operating sessions, ensuring adherence to surgical protocols, infection control, and patient safety standards.

In this role, you will:

• Prepare and maintain the operating environment, instruments, and equipment specific to ENT and ophthalmic surgeries.
  
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team and provide precise, timely assistance throughout procedures.
  
• Ensure accurate instrument counts, specimen handling, and documentation in accordance with policy and regulatory requirements.
  
• Contribute to efficient theatre turnaround times through effective teamwork, communication, and organisation.
  
• Work collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists, and multidisciplinary staff to deliver patient-centred, evidence-based care.

This position offers the opportunity to advance your skills in two highly specialised and fast-evolving surgical fields, within a supportive team committed to professional excellence and continuous learning.

Join us in providing exceptional perioperative care and make a tangible impact on patients' quality of life!

Why Join Us

You'll play a key role in shaping the future of integrated healthcare in Australia. You'll join a supportive, collaborative team that is committed to delivering innovative, patient-centred care backed by world-class research and teaching.

Macquarie University Health is Australia's first fully integrated academic health sciences precinct, uniting the Macquarie University Hospital and MQ Health Clinics, with the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences. Our mission is to deliver person-centred, high-quality, academically integrated healthcare that improves patient outcomes, enhances student learning, and drives impactful research.

At Macquarie University Health we unite the best clinicians, with world renowned researchers and clinical educators to lead the development of health and medical education and practice in Australia. We are celebrating our 15 year anniversary.

Founded to advance the tripartite missions of clinical care, learning and research, we are bold and ambitious in our pursuit of patient-centred excellence.

Just 15km from Sydney's CBD and easily accessible by metro, our Wallumattagal Campus in Macquarie Park offers a vibrant and inspiring place to work-right in one of the world's greatest cities.

We offer fantastic range of Employee Benefits including:

• Salary sacrifice options and excellent salary packaging benefits (including venue hire, meals, entertainment and novated leasing) so you have great potential to maximise your income working for us
  
• Post graduate study and ongoing education support through scholarship programs
  
• Macquarie University Childcare at a reduced staff rate
  
• Extensive Macquarie University facilities including sporting facilities, gym and pool

To Apply

To be considered for this position, you will demonstrate the below requirements in your resume:

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a theatre, perioperative, or surgical nursing environment (ENT and/or ophthalmology experience highly desirable)
  
• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
  
• Proven ability to work confidently in scrub and scout roles within a multidisciplinary surgical team
  
• Sound understanding of surgical instrumentation, aseptic technique, and infection control principles
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to teamwork and patient safety
  
• Excellent organisational and time management skills to support efficient theatre operations
  
• Flexible availability (Monday-Friday preferred, with possible rotating shifts or weekends as required)
  
• Well-developed computer skills including use of electronic medical record systems

Role Specific Conditions

• Valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) for NSW (please provide your WWCC number in your application)
  
• Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
  
• MQ Health immunisation screening compliance
  
• This position requires a Criminal History Check

General Enquiries: Please contact Talent Acquisition Consultant, Bill Egarchos at [email protected]

Applications Close Date: Sunday, 16th November 2025, 11:59pm

If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.

A Place Where You Belong

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