AddressAn exciting opportunity is currently available for an experienced Orthopaedic Technician to join the Operational Services Team at the Bundabeg Hospital within the Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service. The Wide Bay area is arguably one of the most beautiful regions of Queensland. The Health Service stretches from Agnes Water in the North to Maryborough in the South and provides acute care services to a population of over 225,000 residents including several rural communities.
Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.
Your opportunity:
- To support the efficient functioning of Orthopaedic, Emergency, Operating Suite, Physiotherapy and other areas by providing a comprehensive cast technician service that includes a range of activities, which facilitate the provision of Orthopaedic Services. The role involves working across a range of units within the hospital and involves teamwork and utilisation of specialised clinical and technical skills related to delivery of a cast technician service.
Prior to being made an offer of employment, you will be required to demonstrate immunity to the following Vaccine Preventable Diseases ( https://tinyurl.com/yc6pgyt2 )(VPD): Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (chicken pox) and Pertussis (whooping cough).
From 9th December 2019 all new employees will be required to be assessed for their risk of Tuberculosis (TB). For further information regarding TB please visit Queensland Health website: Tuberculosis ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/clinical-practice/guidelines-procedures/diseases-infection/diseases/tuberculosis/screening/healthcare-workers-students )
Find out more in the Role Description.
Our offer:
You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $90,110 p.a., comprising salary between $73,861 - $78,977 p.a., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (CA4) (Permanent Full Time, 76 hours p.f.) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2405WB566556
Other benefits include:
- Fantastic salary sacrificing ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/employment/conditions/salary/sacrifice ) benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Lower cost of living
Discover Bundaberg
Bundaberg ( https://tinyurl.com/yahj9add ) and the Coral Coast region is where the coastline meets the country ( https://tinyurl.com/y9rovgtj ), just four hours' drive north of Brisbane. Indulge ( https://tinyurl.com/yd2epwt8 ) in the region's fresh local produce, seafood and iconic drinks and enjoy endless stretches of family-friendly beaches ( https://www.bundabergregion.org/stories/things-to-do/discover-these-beautiful-beaches-along-the-coral-coast ) and nearby national parks where you can camp, fish, swim and surf the day away. Bundaberg is the gateway to the Southern Great Barrier Reef ( https://tinyurl.com/y8hu4k84 ) and has an enviable year-round climate. The city boasts excellent shopping, sporting, cultural ( https://tinyurl.com/y8exyjqn ), education and tourism facilities including Mon Repos ( https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks/mon-repos/attractions/mon-repos-turtle-centre ) Turtle Rookery.
How to apply:
The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE***
Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure
‘Care, connection and compassion for all'
