AddressThis is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time and Casual appointments, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency for Fixed Term appointments.
We currently have multiple positions available. The pool will be open for appointment for 12 months but may be closed earlier.
Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community? Are you looking for an organisation that listens to what you have to say, supports flexible working arrangements, health and wellbeing and is focused on engagement and culture? Then look no further.
North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.
NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.
NMHS upholds the social model of disability. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Brenton Moyle on 08 6457 82***or email *************@health.wa.gov.au.
About this role
Working as a Patient Support Assistant (PSA) at Osborne Park Hospital is a privilege as it offers an opportunity for you to contribute to excellent patient service. PSAs deliver a high standard of cleaning and hygiene essential to ensure patients are treated in a safe environment. PSAs work as part of a team both with their peers and contributing to the effectiveness of the clinical and clerical team at OPH. PSAs deliver specimens to the laboratory and transport blood products and medical consumables around the hospital as well as medical records. PSAs move patients within the ward and to other departments for treatment in beds and wheelchairs and on trolleys as required.
This role reports to the Coordinator General Support Services.
Osborne Park Hospital (OPH) provides specialist health care services for the community in the north metropolitan area and is located in Stirling, 14 kilometres from the Perth central business district. The hospital provides a comprehensive range of specialist health care services for the north metropolitan suburbs. The services at OPH are provided by three main specialties consisting of Rehabilitation and Aged Care Services and Younger Adult Rehabilitation, Surgical Services and Women’s & Newborn Services. Each of these specialties has a dedicated Allied Health Services Team.
What we are looking for
To join our hospital Patient Support Assistant team, you must:
- Have excellent patient/customer service skills.
- Be able to work as part of a team with limited supervision.
- Be reliable and punctual.
- Be able to write and speak English.
- Have good communication skills.
- Have physical capacity to perform the duties of the position.
- Understand and maintain patient confidentiality and dignity.
- Have knowledge/understanding of infection control and/or hygiene principles.
What we offer
In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:
- Generous salary packaging
- Diverse and inclusive culture
- A smoke free environment
- Flexible leave arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Paid study leave
- Flexible working arrangements
- Continuous learning
- Professional and location-based allowances
NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate.
Want to know more about this role?
For further information, we encourage you to contact Brenton Moyle on 08 6457 82***or email *************@health.wa.gov.au.
Ready to join our team?
Applicants are required to apply online so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Your application should also include a copy of your resume, summarising your experience and achievements relevant to this position.
We will also ask you to answer the following 2 job related questions online, when lodging your application:
- Please explain what skills you possess to provide excellent customer service and how you have used those skills in your work.
- Please explain how you contribute to a team and what makes a team work well.
Please note that there is no need to attach a separate document addressing these questions.
Eligibility to Apply:
Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.
Conditions of Employment:
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility; referee checks will be sought. Prior to employment, WA Health requires all staff to undertake satisfactory:
- Criminal Record Screening / Integrity Check; and
- Pre-Employment Health Assessment clearance.
Other Conditions:
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/04/2025.
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Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after, or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.
We look forward to receiving your application.
