AddressHospital Assistant, Lenah Valley Hospital - Hobart
Progress with purpose at one of Australia’s largest health care providers
Get ahead with salary packaging, benefits and professional development in a supportive team environment
Join a supportive team environment
Permanent opportunity available
No set application closing date, therefore, we recommend applying at your earliest convenience!
About the role
The Hospital Assistant is required to support and assist staff and patients within the Neurosurgical and Cardio-thoracic Unit. Under the direction and supervision of the nursing staff, the Hospital Assistant works within a team framework to assist and support the provision of clinical services.
Your main duties will include:
Under the direction of the nursing staff assists the patient in their activities of daily living as required
Transporting patients within the hospital
Maintain stock and ensure availability of these on the unit
Demonstrate efficiency and sound judgement in identifying situations requiring assistance from a Registered Nurse
Respond to specific emergency requests for assistance by clinical staff
Ensure cleaning practices are consistent with organisational policies and procedures
Provide general clerical support as required
About you:
Willingness to work in a fast paced team environment
Previous experience in a hospital or healthcare setting
Excellent customer service skills
For further information please contact Kate Ingles, Nurse Unit Manager on 62785229 or kate.ingles@calvarycare.org.au
Why work for Calvary?
At Calvary, our staff matter.
With over 130 years’ experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients.
Your benefits:
NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships
Paid parental leave
Training, development pathways and career opportunities
Flexible hours that make sense for you
As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.
Please note the following:
As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, NDIS/WWCC/WWVP checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role
You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role including COVID-19, influenza, tuberculosis screening, hepatitis, diphtheria, tetanus, varicella
