Melbourne

Operating Theatre Technician

An Operating Theatre Technician performs various tasks in a hospital operating room. You might get the theatre ready for surgeries, including preparing and maintaining equipment. Operating Theatre Technicians might transport patients to surgery and provide technical assistance during medical procedures. You might assist with patients during recovery and transport them back to hospital wards.

Operating Theatre Technicians should be organised and have excellent attention to detail. You’ll need to be able to work to correct procedures and follow instructions closely. Operating Theatre Technicians should have good communication skills and be able to work as part of a team.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $65,000
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a operating theatre technician?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
HLT33115

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

On Campus, Online
4 - 12 months
$2,496 - $6,501
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
HLT47515

Certificate IV in Operating Theatre Technical Support

Blended, Traineeship
12 - 18 months
$0 - $14,766
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Operating Theatre Technician
HLT33115

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Operating Theatre Technician Specialisation)

Blended, On Campus
6 - 12 months
$0 - $8,746
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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