Hospital Assistant

Western NSW Local Health District – Dubbo NSW Employment Type : Temporary Part Time (5 Feb - 18 Dec) Position Classification : Hospital Assistant Grade 2 Remuneration : ph (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) Location : Condobolin, NSW – Find out more Hours Per Week : 16 Applications Close : 27 November 11:59pm Hospital Assistant Condobolin Health Service About the role Our goal to build 'healthier rural people and thriving communities' is the shared responsibility of all involved in care of our patients and the Hospital Assistant is an integral and valued member of our team. You will help nursing staff in hospitals and other health care establishments with non-medical duties including housekeeping, portering patients and general assistance. This varied and interesting role may include transferring patients within the hospital, linen maintenance & medical supply restocking, cooking and/or preparing light refreshments for patients, general cleaning as required including rooms and equipment and assisting generally as directed by nursing staff. You will need to be reliable, punctual and energetic, physically fit, have a caring and supportive attitude and use your good communication skills to be able to follow instructions and work as part of a team. Remaining calm in emergencies and the capability to handle equipment such as wheelchairs, beds and other medical equipment is also valued. Hours The hours are Monday to Friday 06:00 to 14:30. Team and Training The team is only small & everyone is easy to get along with & happy to help others when asked. The successful applicant will work closely with other cleaning staff & build to working independently when comfortable in the position. The successful applicant will be supported with online & on the job training. To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description Career in Western NSW A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website. To Apply for this Role Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login Answer the selection criteria Contact Role-related Enquiries. Please contact Zena Jones on 1 or at for more information. Additional Information for Applicants All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons. This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary). Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey. Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community. Remuneration and Conditions To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD Security Notice Be careful – Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr