Patient Care Assistant (DRHC)

Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services Ltd; Derby; On-site; GBP 36,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare service in the Kimberley region is seeking a Patient Care Assistant in Derby, WA. The role involves assisting dialysis patients and ensuring a culturally safe environment for the Aboriginal community. Candidates should have a C Class driver's licence and a commitment to Aboriginal health principles. This position offers an attractive annual salary of $74,446 plus benefits.

Benefits

Attractive salary of $74,446

25% casual loading

Salary packaging up to $30,000

Qualifications

• Understanding of Aboriginal culture and willingness to create a culturally safe environment.
• Current 'C' Class Driver's Licence is required.
• Willingness to obtain a National Police Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist dialysis patients according to their needs before, during, and after dialysis sessions.
• Transportation of clients and other goods safely.
• Maintain cleaning and maintenance schedules as required by the Renal Health Centre.

Skills

Culturally appropriate care

Driver's licence (C Class)

A commitment to Aboriginal Community Control

Job description

• Rewarding opportunity for a Patient Care Assistant
• Deliver culturally appropriate health care to the Aboriginal community
• Annual base salary of $74,446 per annum +and Super!

About Kimberley Renal Services

Kimberley Renal Services (KRS)includes 4 Renal Health Centres based in Fitzroy Crossing, Broome, Kununurra, and Derby and a mobile prevention unit.

The incidence of Kidney Disease in the Kimberley is one of the highest in Australia. Chronic Kidney disease (CKD) and End-Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) incidence within the Aboriginal population of the Kimberley greatly exceeds the national burden of disease. Dialysis prevalence for this region has more than tripled in the last decade and is increasing at a much faster rate than in the rest of Western Australia (WA).

About the Opportunity

Kimberley Renal Servicesnowhas an opportunity for a Patient Care Assistantto join their KRS team in DerbyWA, on a Casual basis.

Reporting to the Integrated Service Manager you will assist patients with activities of daily living whilst attending the Renal Health Centre.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Assist dialysis patients according to their needs before during and after their dialysis sessions
• Transportation of clients and other goods in a safe manner
• Management of the cleaning and maintenance schedule as required by the Renal Health Centre

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About You

To be successful in this position, you will need to be committedto the philosophy and practice of Aboriginal Community Control andUnderstanding of Aboriginal culture and willingness to create a culturally safe environment.

You will also work in accordance with OSH and Infection Control policies to maintain a safe working environment.

Please note:To be eligible for this role, you will be required to hold a current ‘C’ Class Driver’s Licence and obtain an additional licence - PTD (Passenger Transport Driver's) Your employment will also be subject to a National Police Clearance.

About the Benefits

KRS is committed toimproving employee knowledge, skills, and experience, with staff development programs, not only encouraged but often paid for bythe organisation.This is a fantastic opportunity todevelop your careerand help make a change in Aboriginal health practices.

There are also a wide range of fantastic remunerationand benefits for the role including:

• Attractive base salary of $74,446 (pro rata) PLUS super
• 25% casual loading
• Salary packaging, up to $30,000 per annum

Don't miss this exciting and rewarding opportunity to have a positive impact on the health outcomes ofIndigenous communities in the spectacular Kimberley region - Apply Now! Applications close 5 September 2025!

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• Rewarding opportunity for a  Patient Care Assistant
• Deliver culturally appropriate health care to the Aboriginal community
• Annual base salary of $74,446 per annum + and Super!