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Form of work- Patient Services Assistant Supervisor
- Full time permanent role available
- Austin Health- All campuses
- Family friendly and supportive team culture
ABOUT US:
Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across 3 campuses in the northeast of Melbourne and state-wide. Austin Health is world-renowned for its research and specialist work in cancer, liver transplantation, spinal cord injuries, neurology, endocrinology, mental health and rehabilitation.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
Patient Service Assistants (PSAs), form one of the largest staffing groups and provide services across all areas of Austin Health. PSAs work as part of a ward/department-based team, providing a range of services, such as cleaning, patient movements and other ward/department services. The cleaning and cleaning audits are a critical component of infection control and risk management in the hospital and much of this work is undertaken by PSAs. PSAs in defined work areas will work under the day to day direction of their Nurse Unit Manager/Department Head.
ABOUT YOU:
- Hold an Environmental Health Services Diploma or PSA Certificate III in Health (or equivalent)
- Hold a current food handeling certificate
- Demonstrated leadership ability, with a clear understanding of managerial responsibilities.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form
- Ability to problem solve in a variety of complex situations
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary environment
- Demonstrated understanding of Department of Health cleaning and auditing standards.
- A sound understanding of information technology systems and applications relevant to the management of rostering, auditing and reporting, or as required for the role.
- Substantial experience in the provision of patient services assistant services and a sound understanding of the role of the PSA in a large health service organisation.
- A commitment to Austin Health values
OUR BENEFITS:
- Greater take home pay through generous salary packaging
- A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounts on fitness memberships and health insurance, and comprehensive wellbeing programs, mentoring and career development opportunities.
- Car parking and end of journey facilities for cyclists
- Four weeks annual leave
INCLUSION AT THE AUSTIN:
We celebrate, value, and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, bodies, and abilities. We welcome and support applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, physically or culturally diverse, LGBTQI+, and people of any age.
Work with us!
If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and if required, a Working with Children Check. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please feel free to reach out to the hiring manager.
