AddressAbout the role
Permanent full time opportunity.
It is the purpose of this role to deliver a high standard of care to patients within STARS Procedure Centre including Operating Theatres, Pre-operative, Post Anaesthetic Care Units (PACU) 1 and 2 and Endoscopy Suite through the delivery of high-quality cleaning, patient handling, porterage, waste, and support services.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
- Assist health care professionals in provision of patient care within the STARS Procedure Centre including transporting, manual handling and positioning of patients in a compassionate manner and in accordance with Safe Work Procedures.
- Set up Operating Theatres with tables and equipment appropriate to meet the patient care requirements for each procedure.
- Maintain general and periodic cleaning requirements within the Operating Theatres and associated areas including walls, windows, ceiling, furniture and fittings, sweeping, dusting, vacuuming, polishing and changing of curtains in accordance with Infection Control Standards
Health Equity
It is expected that all Metro North Health staff, including the incumbent of this role as a valuable member of the Metro North workforce, contribute to the health equity agenda and meet the intent of supporting the defined six actions that specifically meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (NSQHS), by actively supporting the elimination of racial discrimination and institutional racism; supporting increased access to health care; influencing the social, cultural and economic determinants of health; supporting the delivery of sustainable, culturally safe and responsive health services; and recognise the importance of working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and organisations to design, deliver, monitor and review the health and support services we provide.
Benefits when working for us
- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
- Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging
Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers
Job ad reference number: STR564812
Close date: Tuesday 11th June 2024
Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
