Locum Rapid Antigen Testers – Newcastle

TN United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated health professionals to conduct workplace COVID-19 testing. This role involves performing tests, managing results, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. With flexible hours and a supportive environment, you will have the opportunity to enhance your skills while contributing to public health. If you are a registered health professional or a qualified assistant, this is a chance to make a significant impact in your community. Join a team that values your expertise and commitment to health and safety.

Benefits

Above Award Pay Rates

Flexible Hours

Weekly Payroll

Opportunity to Develop New Skills

Supportive Work Environment

Comprehensive Training Provided

Qualifications

• Registered with AHPRA and competent in PPE procedures.
• Experience in infection control and COVID-19 testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform COVID-19 tests and manage results using specialized software.
• Collaborate with team members and follow infection control protocols.

Skills

COVID-19 Testing

Infection Control

Communication Skills

Education

Registered Health Professional

Current CPR Certificate

Tools

Specialized Testing Software

Job description

Job Details

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 69b3dc964847

Job Views: 3

Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

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We require casual health professionals registered with AHPRA and AIN and PCA to carry out workplace surveillance COVID-19 testing.

Workplace COVID-19 Tester, Job Ref: 1167727

Location: Newcastle, NSW

Salary: up to $33 – $50 per hour + super. Dependent on qualification.

Role Overview

As a registered health professional, you will support workplaces to conduct daily surveillance COVID-19 testing on their workforce. You will work efficiently, autonomously, and collaboratively, possibly as the sole health professional or part of a team. Non-AHPRA registered staff may assist under your guidance.

Eligible Professions

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health practice
• Dental (excluding dental therapist, hygienist, prosthetist, oral health therapist)
• Medical
• Medical radiation practice
• Nursing – Registered Nurse (RN), Enrolled Nurse (EN), or Enrolled Endorsed Nurse (EEN)
• Midwifery
• Occupational therapy
• Optometry
• Pharmacy
• Physiotherapy
• Podiatry
• Psychology

Assistants

Non-AHPRA registered assistants such as Assistance in Nursing (AIN) and Personal Care Assistants (PCA) are also required, with relevant experience and certificates in PPE and infection control.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform COVID-19 tests by collecting nose and throat samples
• Handle testing equipment
• Enter data and manage test results using specialized software
• Collaborate with team members
• Follow infection control protocols and maintain hand hygiene

Essential Criteria

• Competent in PPE doffing and donning
• Registered with AHPRA
• Certificates in infection control and hand hygiene
• Current CPR certificate
• Proof of immunization, including flu vaccination
• Recent National Police check (within 12 months)
• Proof of Australian working rights
• Excellent communication skills

Benefits

• Above award pay rates
• Flexible hours
• Weekly payroll
• Opportunity to develop new skills
• Supportive work environment
• Comprehensive training provided

Interested applicants should contact Terry for a confidential discussion about this role.