Orderly

Mater Health Services; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Queensland is seeking a dedicated Orderly to assist with patient transport and care in Mackay. Applicants should possess strong communication skills, flexibility, and a Certificate II in Health Services Assistance. Enjoy generous salary packaging, professional development, and a supportive work environment. Applications close on December 4, 2025.

Benefits

Generous salary packaging including meal and entertainment benefits

Access to industry-leading training and professional development

Wellbeing support through Employee Assistance Program

Corporate discount on private health insurance

Exclusive discounts on various services

Unlimited access to discounted gyms

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in a comparable position is required.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients, specimens, and equipment in the Hospital.
• Attend to patient hygiene and care needs.
• Assist nursing staff with patient mobility needs.
• Manage waste disposal according to regulations.
• Perform other duties as directed by management.

Skills

Effective interpersonal and communication skills

Experience in working with diverse environments

Flexibility to work any shift type

Education

Certificate II in Health Services Assistance or equivalent

Job description

Apply now Job no: 504143
Work type: Permanent
Location: Mackay
Categories: Orderly

About the role

Mater Private Hospital Mackay has an exciting opportunity for a hospital-wide Orderly to join their team in a permanent, full-time capacity.

The Orderly is responsible for transporting patients, specimens and equipment throughout the Hospital and assisting patients within the clinical setting to support clinical personnel. In this role you will gain exposure to all areas of the hospital with the opportunity for career progression.

• Perform manual handling tasks as required i.e. turning, lifting, transferring patients as per Manual Handling Guidelines.
• Attend or assist to meet patient hygiene and care needs relevant to the clinical care area; e.g. showering, shaves for males, pre-operative site preparation (surgical clips), meals.
• Assist nursing and allied staff to meet physiotherapy/mobility needs of patients.
• Collect, store or dispose of general and recyclable waste in accordance with relevant standards, regulations and waste management Programs.
• Undertake other duties as directed by the afterhours Managers or Nurse Unit Managers.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate the following criteria:

• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in working with people in a diverse environment.
• Must be flexible to work any shift type.
• Certificate II in Health Services Assistance or equivalent.
• Experience in a comparable position.

This role presents an opportunity to join a dynamic and dedicated team.

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

• Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
• Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
• Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
• Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
• Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

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Applications close on Thursday 4th December 2025. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.

Advertised: 20 Nov 2025 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 04 Dec 2025 E. Australia Standard Time