Patient Services Assistant (Level 2), Baxter 5

Barwon Health; Geelong; Sur place; AUD 39 000 - 44 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Excellent working conditions

Wellbeing program

Salary packaging benefits

Living expenses capped at $9,010

Meals and entertainment capped at $2,?

Meals and entertainment capped at $2,?

Employee Assistance Program

Résumé du poste

Barwon Health in Geelong is seeking a Patient Services Assistant Level 2 to maintain ward cleanliness and hygiene and to support nursing and clinical staff across five functions: Cleaning, Food & Beverage, Transport, Ward, and Patient Support.

The role requires a Certificate III in Health Services Assistant and a Food Handlers Certificate, with emphasis on attention to detail, strong English; physical ability to lift and move items; and a customer‑focused, team-oriented approach.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Health Services Assistant is required.
• Food Handlers Certificate required.
• Service oriented with attention to method and detail.
• Neat presentation, hygiene, and ability to read and write English.
• Physical ability to lift, push and move heavy items and walk long distances.

Responsabilités

• Maintain high standards of environmental cleaning and housekeeping across wards and spaces.
• Support patient care by assisting with patient mobility, lifting and transport within the hospital.
• Provide ward support services including restocking, linen, waste, and equipment checks.
• Assist with food and beverage services including meal delivery and replenishment.
• Transport patients, equipment, specimens and clinical items between wards.
• Contribute to a safe environment by participating in emergency responses and multidisciplinary teamwork.

Connaissances

Service oriented

Attention to detail

Read and write English

Physical ability

Formation

Certificate III in Health Services Assistant

Food Handlers Certificate

Description du poste

Job Category -Environmental Services -Patient Services Assistant Level 2

• Grow your skills at an organisation invested in your long-term development
• Enhance your career with the largest regional healthcare service in Victoria
• Excellent permanent part-time opportunity available - 24 hours per fortnight

About the role

The Patient Services Assistant (PSA) is responsible for ensuring a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene is maintained throughout all areas of the ward/ department, especially in patient areas. The PSA is an integral member of the hospital team, assisting and supporting the nursing and clinical staff, completing the five functions being Cleaning & Housekeeping, Food & Beverage, Transport & Couriering, Ward Support and Patient Support.

Key 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

What we’re looking for

• 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

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

• Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Attractive salary packaging benefits
• Living expenses capped at $9,010
• Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Additional information

All appointments are subject to:

• Satisfactory Police Record Check
• Immunisation Status Clearance
• Working with Children Check (if applicable)

Email:***************@barwonhealth.org.au