Ward Orderly - Patient Transport & Care (Flexible Shifts)

UnitingCare Health Pty Ltd.; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NFP Salary Packaging

12% Super

12 weeks parental leave

Job summary

St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital is part of UnitingCare Health and is seeking a Ward Orderly to support the safe and efficient movement of patients across the hospital. You’ll assist nursing and clinical teams and work across wards, theatres and ICU to help maintain smooth patient flow.

The role is casual and located opposite Roma St Parklands in Brisbane. Previous hospital experience is highly regarded, with emphasis on teamwork, safety, and compassionate patient care in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Previous hospital or healthcare experience will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Assist with safe transport and transfer of patients between wards, theatres, ICU and other clinical areas.
• Support nursing staff with safe repositioning and mobilisation of patients.
• Assist with movement and preparation of beds, wheelchairs, equipment and other items as required.
• Use safe manual handling practices and mechanical lifting aids when assisting patients.
• Support cleanliness and safety of the hospital environment, including proper waste disposal.
• Follow hospital infection prevention and control guidelines and procedures.

Job description

St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital is part of UnitingCare Health and is seeking a Ward Orderly to support the safe and efficient movement of patients across the hospital. You’ll assist nursing and clinical teams and work across wards, theatres and ICU to help maintain smooth patient flow.

The role is casual and located opposite Roma St Parklands in Brisbane. Previous hospital experience is highly regarded, with emphasis on teamwork, safety, and compassionate patient care in a fast-paced