- Full time
- Continuing
- Bundoora Campus
- Salary HEO5 - $79,104 - $88,589 plus 17% superannuation
About the position
La Trobe University has a strong and proud history of being one of the early pioneers in nursing education. The Nursing and Midwifery School is one of the oldest tertiary Nursing Schools in Australia and offers a range of quality and market ready education programs. The Technical Officer, Nursing & Midwifery role is operational and fits within the teaching and learning support structure of the Office of the Provost for the University.
We are seeking a Technical Officer - Nursing & Midwifery to work within the Facilities and Technical Services (FTS) team to support the Nursing & Midwifery teaching program within the Health Cluster in Bundoora. This position will provide a broad range of technical, administrative, and facilities-based support to assist teaching staff and students to achieve teaching, learning and research outcomes associated with the School.
Routine tasks include:
- Operation,
- Maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment (e.g. manikins)
- Training support
- Set-up and pack-down of classes
- Management of consumables.
This role supports the practical classes of the Nursing & Midwifery students and therefore the successful applicant will need to be available to work 7 hrs 15 mins, between the hours of 7.30am and 7.30pm. This will be rostered on a rotational basis.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have:
- A recognised nursing qualification with subsequent relevant experience in a clinical laboratory, OR an equivalent alternate combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience within a laboratory or nursing environment.
- Demonstrated understanding as to the range and type of medical equipment and consumables used in tertiary nursing education programs and clinical teaching laboratories, with an understanding of simulation theory, equipment, and technology.
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
Benefits:
- 17% employer contributed superannuation
- On site child care facilities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55pm, Sunday 11th May 2025
Position Enquiries: Petra Olbrechtova, Coordinator Health FTS
via email P.Olbrechtova@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Lisa White, Talent Acquisition Consultant
via email Lisa.White@latrobe.edu.au
Position Description below:
PD - Technical Officer, Nursing and Midwifery.pdf
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
- An up to date resume and,
- A brief Cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the following criteria:
- A recognised nursing qualification with subsequent relevant experience in a clinical laboratory, OR an equivalent alternate combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience within a laboratory or nursing environment.
- Demonstrated understanding as to the range and type of medical equipment and consumables used in tertiary nursing education programs and clinical teaching laboratories, with an understanding of simulation theory, equipment, and technology.
Previous applicants need not re-apply.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
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