Orderly - Rockhampton Surgical Ward

About the role
The Mater Hospital is looking for an Orderly to join us in the Surgical Ward in Rockhampton. This position is casual 8am - 2pm Monday / Friday 48-50 hrs a fortnight.Salary range: $29.59 - $32.09 per hour plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900What you'll be doingThe Orderly works as a multi-skilled member of the clinical team by providing non-clinical support to health care professionals to contribute to the delivery of safe, effective and quality patient care. Primarily this is achieved through the transportation of patients, undertaking limited duties associated with the care of patients, general assistance in clinical departments and cleaning duties.As an Orderly, your responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Transfer and porter patients, including deceased, throughout facility in adherence with mobility equipment in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and safe working practices associated with patient handling as required;
• Relocate equipment and furniture as required;
• Transfer and position patients to/from/in beds, wheelchairs, commodes, shower chairs, trolleys, etc. as required in accordance with safe working practices;
• Courier items between departments/services as required - e.g. scripts, medications, specimens, forms, etc.;
• Assist in the delivery of basic patient care, hygiene and dietary needs under the supervision and direction of a registered health professional ensuring that associated duties are within scope of practice and expertise as required;
• Keep main thoroughfares and exits free of clutter and equipment;
• Undertake general housekeeping duties that include, but are not limited to, cleaning, carbolising beds, organising linen, restocking of equipment and disposables, maintaining the order of storerooms and waste management;

About you
To be considered for this role, you must have:

• A desire to learn and master the Orderly role.
• Hold a certificate III in Health Services Assistance or equivalent.
• Also a current certificate in providing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Previous experience desired
• Own transport and driver's license

This varied and fast-paced position will require you to be physically capable of transporting and moving/turning patients and heavy equipment. Specifically, applicants will demonstrate the ability to respond and assist appropriately in emergency situations in a quick, calm and caring manner.You will primarily be responsible for performing non-clinical tasks that meet and exceed our exceptional service requirements. Further, you will have excellent communication skills and a willingness to develop a working knowledge of the equipment used within operating theatres. You will be a motivated, positive individual and demonstrate a high level of attention to detail.Why join us?is Queensland's largest and most innovative not-for-profit healthcare service, providing care for almost 700,000 patients a year across a network of 11 hospitals.We are a leader in healthcare, education and research - and that's because we employ exceptional people. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

• Via salary packaging arrangements, allocate some living expenses directly from your pre-taxable income and ultimately increase your take-home pay
• Access to package meal and entertainment expenses via salary packaging
• Access to leading education and professional development via Mater Education
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
• Discounts to local and national business/venues for Dining/Retail/Travel & Accommodation/Other
• Unlimited access to a multitude of discounted fitness facilities through Fitness Passport
• Access to on-site, discounted parking
• Discounted food and beverage at various campus cafés and coffee venues

Applications close on 3rd of April 2024 . Please note, we may contact applications prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.Advertised: 20 Mar 2024 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 03 Apr 2024 E. Australia Standard Time