Part-Time Patient Services & Ward Support Aide

Barwon Health; Barwon Downs; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff wellbeing program

Employee Assistance Program

Salary packaging benefits

Job summary

Barwon Health is seeking a Patient Services Assistant to help maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across wards and patient areas. You will support nursing staff, assist with patient mobility and transport, and contribute to ward readiness and food/beverage services.

The role requires Certificate III in Health Services Assistant and a Food Handlers Certificate, with emphasis on attention to detail and reading/writing English.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Health Services Assistant
• Food Handlers Certificate
• Service orientated with attention to method and application to detail
• Neat personal presentation, hygiene and the ability to read and write English
• Physical ability to lift, push and move heavy items and walk long distances as part of daily duties

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of environmental cleaning and housekeeping across wards, patient areas, and general hospital spaces, ensuring infection control and hygiene requirements are met.
• Support patient care by assisting with patient mobility, lifting, positioning, and transport within the hospital.
• Provide ward support services including restocking supplies, managing linen and waste, checking equipment (e.g. oxygen cylinders), and maintaining ward readiness.
• Assist with food and beverage services including meal delivery, food order checks, and replenishing pantry and refrigerator supplies.
• Transport patients, equipment, specimens, and clinical items safely between wards and departments.
• Contribute to a safe and collaborative environment by participating in emergency responses, following safety and information management policies, and working effectively within a multidisciplinary team

Skills

Service orientation

Attention to detail

English literacy

Education

Certificate III in Health Services Assistant

Food Handlers Certificate

Job description

Barwon Health is seeking a Patient Services Assistant to help maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across wards and patient areas. You will support nursing staff, assist with patient mobility and transport, and contribute to ward readiness and food/beverage services.

The role requires Certificate III in Health Services Assistant and a Food Handlers Certificate, with emphasis on attention to detail and reading/writing English.