Hospital Aide (529643)

Service Tasmania; Launceston; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service in Tasmania seeks a Hospital Aide to join the dynamic Short Stay Surgical Unit at Launceston General Hospital. The role involves maintaining cleanliness and order, supporting patient flow, and ensuring a high standard of care. Successful candidates should be hardworking, skilled in communication, and able to work independently. This permanent full-time role offers a salary range of $57,130 to $62,486 per annum, with benefits including professional development and fitness programs.

Benefits

Professional development and accelerated pathways

Range of leave entitlements

Fitness Passport access to facilities

Qualifications

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Understanding of hospital policies regarding non-clinical support services.

Responsibilities

• Maintain tidiness and cleanliness of the ward.
• Order linen and stock as required.
• Assist in maintaining patient flow throughout the unit.

Skills

Hard working

Team player

Good time management

Developed communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

The Team:

The Short Stay Surgical Unit at the Launceston General Hospital is a dynamic, fast paced surgical unit with a high patient turnover. We are a committed team who work closely together to deliver high quality patient care and outcome.

The Role:

The role of the Hospital Aide is key in maintaining patient flow throughout the unit. Specifically ensuring the tidiness and cleanliness of the ward, ordering of linen and stock and any other duties as required and at the direction of managers.

You will need:

• Hard working, team player with good time management skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Well developed communication and interpersonal skills
• An understanding of hospital policies and procedures as they apply to the provision of a non-clinical support service

Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania:

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment:

Permanent full time, shift worker position, working 76hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as you would like to join our team. *notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary:

$57,130 to $62,486 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Salary Packaging:

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here.

Eligibility:

Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

• Generic Hospital Aide (North) OHO1 (May 2025).docx

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

How to apply:

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Di Curtis
Position:Nurse Unit Manager - Short Stay Surgical Unit
Phone number:[phone]
Email address: [e-mail]

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