Patient Services & Cleaning Specialist

Barwon Health; Geelong; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent working conditions

Staff wellbeing program

Professional development opportunities

Salary packaging benefits

Living expenses capped at $9,010

Meals and entertainment capped at $2,'

Job summary

Barwon Health in Geelong seeks a part-time Environmental Services team member to perform cleaning, food service support, and patient/non-patient transportation. The role emphasizes infection control, waste handling, and maintaining a safe hospital environment.

You will work collaboratively to prepare rooms, assist with meals, and ensure high standards across clinical and non-clinical areas. Training and development are provided.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in general cleaning, including use of commercial equipment and adherence to infection control and safety standards.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team, following established procedures with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills (fluent English) with a commitment to confidentiality, quality care, and organisational values.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of cleaning and infection control across clinical and non-clinical areas, including patient rooms, bathrooms, and shared spaces
• Maintain floors, furnishings, and equipment through routine and deep cleaning, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment
• Manage waste, linen, and consumables, including patient laundry handling and restocking essential supplies
• Prepare and reset patient rooms, including bed making, discharge/terminal and isolation cleans, and equipment turnaround
• Support ward operations with meal service, basic food handling, room setup, and maintaining tidy, presentable facilities

Skills

General cleaning experience

Infection control

Teamwork

Job description

Barwon Health in Geelong seeks a part-time Environmental Services team member to perform cleaning, food service support, and patient/non-patient transportation. The role emphasizes infection control, waste handling, and maintaining a safe hospital environment.

You will work collaboratively to prepare rooms, assist with meals, and ensure high standards across clinical and non-clinical areas. Training and development are provided.