Patient Services Assistant - Support Services

Monash Women's; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Novated leasing for vehicle options

5 weeks annual leave (pro-rated for PT

Onsite Gym & Fitness Passport

Free annual flu vaccination

Uniform and laundry allowance

Job summary

Monash Health is seeking a Part Time Patient Services Assistant to support the Moorabbin Hospital ward team. You will assist with cleaning, patient transfers, and equipment handling while upholding infection control standards and patient privacy.

The role requires a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance, reliable teamwork, and the ability to work both independently and with clinicians. Monash Health offers development opportunities and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in patient services within hospital, aged care or cleaning settings.
• Strong knowledge of infection control and hygiene practices.
• Passion for patient care, consistently demonstrating respect and empathy.
• Reliable and punctual team member with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills to support daily tasks and documentation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Committed to following manual handling, safety protocols and procedural instructions.
• Certificate III in Health Services Assistance.

Responsibilities

• Daily ward cleaning, discharge room cleans, and unscheduled cleans.
• Patient transfers using equipment such as hoists, slides, bed movers and wheelchairs.
• Ensuring adherence to infection prevention protocols at all times.
• Mortuary transfers.
• Ward equipment, cleaning and transferring.
• Ensuring patient privacy and dignity at all times.
• Supporting clinical staff with patient care tasks as directed.
• Physical work including lifting and manual handling.

Skills

Infection control

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Manual handling

Education

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

Job description

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Job Requisition ID: 9318

Location: Bentleigh East, VIC, AU, 3165

Employment Type: Part Time

Posting Date: 20 Sept 2026

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About the Role

Join our team as a Patient Services Assistant on a part time ongoing basis to work at Moorabbin Hospital. In this role, you will be guided under the leadership of the General Services Supervisor and working with the broader Support Services team.

PSAs pay a vital role in supporting the clinical team in the delivery of patient care. They do a range of tasks including, but not limited to, cleaning, patient transfers, and equipment handling. Working as part of a team and on their own, PSAs are responsible for maintaining a high standard of cleanliness, safety, and patient support across the hospital.

Key responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Daily ward cleaning, discharge room cleans, and unscheduled cleans
• Patient transfers using equipment such as hoists, slides, bed movers and wheelchairs
• Ensuring adherence to infection prevention protocols at all times.
• Mortuary transfers
• Ward equipment, cleaning and transferring
• Ensuring patient privacy and dignity at all times
• Supporting clinical staff with patient care tasks as directed
• Physical work including lifting and manual handling

We currently have the following opportunity available

Week 2 and Week 3 Wednesdays – DPC Level 2 ( 09:00–17:30 )

Week 4 Wednesday – Surgical Ward ( 06:30–15:00 )

About You

To be successful in this healthcare role, you will bring the following demonstrated skills, experience, and attributes:

• Experience in patient services within hospital, aged care or cleaning settings
• Strong knowledge of infection control and hygiene practices
• Passion for patient care, consistently demonstrating respect and empathy
• Reliable and punctual team member with strong verbal and written communication skills
• Intermediate computer skills to support daily tasks and documentation
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Committed to following manual handling, safety protocols and procedural instructions

Mandatory requirements of the role

• Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

Why you will love working with us

As a PSA, you will play a vital role in supporting patient care while working within a supportive and inclusive team culture. Monash Health offers ongoing opportunities for professional development and leadership training. PSAs benefit from job stability within Victoria’s largest public health service, along with clear career pathways across support services.

As a Monash Health employee you will enjoy a variety of benefits, such as:

• Salary packaging.
• Novated leasing for vehicle options.
• Full-time employees accrue 5 week’s annual leave (pro rata for part-time employees).
• Onsite Gym options and ability to join Fitness Passport - your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities.
• Free annual flu vaccination.
• Uniform and laundry allowance.

About the Department / Program

The Support Services team is a collaborative and dedicated group that plays a crucial role in maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. Our culture is built on respect, compassion, and excellence, and we are committed to continuous improvement and professional development.

About Moorabbin Hospital:

Moorabbin Hospital is part of the Monash Health network, delivering high-quality subacute care with a focus on rehabilitation, aged care and elective surgery. The hospital is known for its modern facilities, specialised programs and strong commitment to patient-centred care. It offers a supportive and collaborative environment where staff are encouraged to grow and make a meaningful impact.

For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Imran Hanif 0404005944.

At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive,supportiveand future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparencyand excellence.

You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.

We are FullHearted, OpenMinded and AllIn, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness,equityand diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.