Orthopaedic Technician & Trainee Opportunities

Location: Murdoch, Western Australia, Australia

St John of God Murdoch Hospital our reputation for excellence in clinical care and first class tertiary level services makes us the hospital of choice for both medical professionals and patients.

Since opening in 1994, the hospital has grown to include 525 beds, 18 operating theatres, an Emergency Department, dedicated cancer care centre, WA's largest standalone endoscopy unit and a dedicated Day Procedure Unit.

We provide high-quality services for our community across emergency care, maternity services, orthopaedic surgery and integrated cancer care.

Your Role

As an Orthopaedic Technician or Orthopaedic Technician Trainee, you will support the delivery of high-quality patient care throughout orthopaedic and neurosurgical procedures. You will assist in the preparation, maintenance and management of specialised surgical equipment, implants and instrumentation while working closely with theatre teams to ensure procedures run safely and efficiently.

Depending on your experience level, you will either develop your technical skills under supervision as a trainee or independently coordinate equipment, stock and surgical support requirements as a qualified Orthopaedic Technician.

Key Responbilities

Prepare and maintain orthopaedic and neurosurgical equipment, implants and instrumentation.

Coordinate, receive and manage consignment stock and specialised surgical equipment.

Support theatre teams during orthopaedic and neurosurgical procedures.

Assist with patient positioning, traction devices, plaster application and specialised operating table setup.

Ensure instrumentation and prostheses are available, checked and prepared for scheduled surgery.

Maintain accurate records, documentation and inventory controls.

Work collaboratively with surgeons, nursing staff, CSSD teams and supplier representatives.

Contribute to a safe workplace and uphold infection prevention and quality standards.

We welcome applications from both experienced Orthopaedic Technicians and those looking to commence a career in this specialised field.

To be successful, you will demonstrate

Strong communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.

A commitment to delivering safe, high-quality patient care.

The ability to work effectively in a busy perioperative environment.

Relevant healthcare qualifications or experience in Theatre Services, CSSD, Enrolled Nursing, Anaesthetic Technology, or a related discipline will be highly regarded.

For Orthopaedic Technician applicants, proven orthopaedic theatre experience and extensive knowledge of orthopaedic equipment and instrumentation are essential.

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

Permanent full-time, part-time and casual opportunities. Applicants will be considered for future vacancies that become available over the next 6 months.

What We can offer you

Orthopaedic Technician Trainee

Salary: $71,352 to $77,022 per annum (pro rata for part-time) plus 12% superannuation.

Casual rate: $44.99 to $48.57 per hour (inclusive of casual loading) plus 12% superannuation.

Orthopaedic Technician

Salary: $81,827 to $90,256 per annum (pro rata for part-time) plus 12% superannuation.

Casual rate: $51.60 to $56.91 per hour (inclusive of casual loading) plus 12% superannuation

In addition, we offer

We offer a range of salary packaging options tailored to your employment status such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses – up to $18,550 as a permanent employee and a percentage of your earnings as a casual

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

Green travel allowance – if you walk, car pool or use public transport you could be eligible for up to $1,500 per year

Access to fitness and wellbeing benefits through Fitness Passport

All applicants are asked to submit a current CV and covering letter (of no more than two (2) pages) demonstrating how you meet the above position requirements.

For enquiries contact Pieter Rheeders, Theatre Resources Manager, on (08) 9428 8666.

Applications will be reviewed throughout the advertising period and interviews conducted regularly.  Apply today!

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.