Floor Coordinator- Operating Theatres at St Vincents Health Network Sydney Public Hospital

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Perioperative Experience, Leadership, Management, Coordination, Staffing Allocation, Skill Mix Management, Problem-Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Communication, Clinical Judgement, AHPRA Registration, Team Support, Clinical Standards Monitoring, Patient Flow Management, Handover Support

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description: Join an organisation where we Serve Something Greater; See Something Greater; and Strive for Something Greater. About your new role We’re seeking a proactive and collaborative Floor Coordinator to provide operational oversight of our Operating Suite in the evenings at St Vincent’s Private Hospital Melbourne, Fitzroy. This part-time role is 22.5 hours per week (three evening shifts). You will coordinate theatre flow and resources to ensure safe, efficient after-hours operations and an excellent experience for patients, clinicians and caregivers. Key responsibilities Coordinate evening theatre lists, room allocations and turnaround to meet clinical priorities. Lead and support perioperative teams; model a calm, solutions-focused approach. Manage staffing allocations and skill mix; escalate and problem-solve in real time. Partner with Surgeons, Anaesthetists, NUMs and the After-Hours Manager to optimise throughput and patient safety. Monitor clinical standards, patient flow and documentation; support timely handover. Liaise with Sterilising Services, Recovery and Ward areas to maintain continuity of care. Contribute to quality, safety and continuous improvement initiatives. About you You are an engaging leader who communicates clearly, collaborates broadly and thrives in a dynamic environment. Your skills and experience include: Minimum 5 years’ perioperative experience. Previous leadership/management experience in theatres. Postgraduate qualification in Perioperative Nursing/Management (desirable). Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to coach and support teams. Excellent written and verbal communication and sound clinical judgement. Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (or relevant clinical registration). Why work for SVPHM Join the St Vincent’s Health Australia Group (VIC, NSW, QLD) — a truly values-based organisation. Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay. Fitness Passport discounted gym membership. Option to join our Give4Good workplace giving program. Work–life balance, including the option to purchase additional leave. Staff discount on admissions to any SVHA Private Hospital. Supportive, high-performing teams with genuine development opportunities. About St Vincent’s Private Hospital Melbourne We are a not-for-profit Catholic private hospital operating across Fitzroy, East Melbourne, Kew and Werribee. Our experienced caregivers work together to deliver the highest standards of therapeutic, medical and surgical care — ensuring patient safety, wellbeing and recovery. Apply now If this sounds like you, click APPLY and include: Cover letter Resume We are committed to equal employment opportunity, ethical practices, cultural diversity and a smoke-free workplace. St Vincent’s Health Australia is committed to reconciliation and encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to apply. Learn more at svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or contact indigenouscareers@svha.org.au. Requirements National Police Check and/or child-related screening/WWCC (as applicable). Compliance with the SVHA Staff Health Screening & Immunisation Policy (including seasonal influenza). SVHA generally requires staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Have a question? For a confidential discussion, please contact Gemma Dawson on (03) 9411 7246. Closing Date: 24 March 2026 11:59pm Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au View Reconciliation Action Plan Code of Conduct: View Code of Conduct Set up Job Alerts to see future opportunities that interest you. New users can click Create Account from the Sign-in screen. St Vincent’s Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent’s is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead’s vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent’s Health Australia is today the nation’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent’s family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more. Click Forgot your password? from the Sign-in screen and follow the instructions to reset.

Responsibilities

The coordinator will oversee evening theatre flow and resources to ensure safe, efficient after-hours operations, including managing room allocations and coordinating theatre lists based on clinical priorities. Key duties involve leading perioperative teams, managing staffing, and partnering with surgeons and anaesthetists to optimize throughput and patient safety.