About Us

East Grampians Health Service is based in Ararat and Willaura (Regional Victoria) and takes its name from the magnificent mountain range that provides a backdrop to both townships.  We are committed to providing quality care and services that meet the needs of the community, whilst continuously striving for improvement and aiming to lead the way in provision of health related services:

The EGHS Perioperative Department offers a wide range of services to meet the needs of the local community and the surrounding region. Perioperative services include two operating theatres, a 6 bay day procedure unit, central sterile supply department, a 4 bay recovery room and a renal dialysis suite. We offer a range of surgical procedures performed by visiting surgeons. These include; general surgery, gynaecology, ophthalmology, orthopaedics, urology, dental, ear nose and throat, caesarean section and certain emergency surgeries.

What We Offer

• Regional Lifestyle – explore our region
• A variety of employee benefits
• Ongoing professional development and career opportunities

About The Role

We are looking for an Enrolled nurse with an interest in perioperative nursing to join our team. Our theatre operates 52 weeks of the year, Monday – Friday 0730 – 1730hrs. You will also be expected to work on call as rostered overnight, weekends and public holidays. Recent acute surgical experience is desirable. The role will require you to have knowledge of anaesthetics, PACU, scrub and scout disciplines , and eventually work autonomously in these fields.

About You

• Current qualifications and registration as an Enrolled Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.
• Demonstrated sound level of nursing in a perioperative environment or a keen interest in working in this field.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute and practice as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to flexibility and innovation in practice including an evidence based approach to care.

Appointment is subject to immunisation clearance and current and satisfactory Employment Checks (Police and Working With Children Checks and NDIS Worker Screening Check).

East Grampians Health Service is an equal opportunity employer.

For more information please contact Judi Debney, Acting Manager Perioperative Unit on 03 5352 9335.

Please ensure you address the selection criteria, attach an up to date resume including two business referees by close of business 16^th August 2026.