Cardiothoracic Scrub Coordinator 

Permanent Full-time Opportunity

The Role

Wollongong Private Hospital is seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Scrub Scout RN.

As the Cardiothoracic Scrub Coordinator you will be working with and supporting the cardiothoracic team to achieve excellence in clinical care delivery in line with best practice, legislative requirements. You will provide clinical direction and supervise nursing practice within the cardiothoracic team. In addition, you will be a clinical and professional resource person demonstrating broad knowledge and clinical expertise within the cardiothoracic surgical specialty. You will oversee the speciality working closely with the Perioperative Management team, Nursing Staff, Surgeons and other clinical areas/personnel involved in cardiothoracic surgery.

The role will see you co-ordinate the cardiothoracic speciality encompassing both clinical and quality components. To be successful you must have extensive Scrub / Scout experience in a Cardiothoracic surgery. You will be a positive and have the ability to work both within a team and independently.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate the following:

• Current registration with AHPRA
• Minimum 5 years post graduate experience in cardiothoracic surgery.
• Post graduate qualification in relevant specialty highly regarded.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills, strong planning and organisational skills.
• Sound written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office programs.
• Commitment to excellence in nursing and continuous quality improvement, contributing to improving standards of care and delivery of services in line with the needs of the Hospital.

Desirable:

• Completed preceptorship program
• Training, coaching and mentorship skills
• Excellent time management skills

Remuneration

Competitive Salary based on Experience.

About Us

Located just 80km south of Sydney, Wollongong is a major metropolitan hub on the coast of NSW. Whilst enjoying all the services of a major metropolitan city, Wollongong residents also enjoy a relaxed beach lifestyle in this beautiful coastal location.

Wollongong Private Hospital is a 171 bed private hospital operated by Australia's largest private hospital operator, Ramsay Health Care, is set in the heart of Wollongong's Medical Precinct.  It features state of the art equipment, facilities and patient services setting a benchmark for healthcare facilities in the Illawarra. Wollongong Private Hospital provides all major services including an intensive care unit, ten operating theatres, cardiac and vascular Labs and an Endoscopy suite.  Surgical specialties include Cardiothoracic surgery, Orthopaedics, Neurosurgery, interventional cardiology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Bariatric, Head and Neck, Gynaecological, Urology, Colorectal, upper GI, General, Vascular and Plastics.

What’s in it for you?

Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.

Discounts: Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental.

Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support.

Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.

*Please note casual employees may not be eligible for all benefits

Requirements

• Must provide 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.

To Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

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

For enquiries, please contact Brett Hazelgrove, Perioperative Services Manager E: Hazelgroveb@ramsayhealth.com.au