Ancillary Assistant

Alfred Health Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services. On 1 January 2026, Alfred Health will come together with Kooweerup Regional Health Service, Peninsula Health, Bass Coast Health and Gippsland Southern Health Service to create Bayside Health, a newly merged health service with more than 22,000 employees caring for a community of over 1.2 million Victorians. The new health service will provide people with the best possible care with services that support them throughout their lives. The merger will also strengthen our workforce, providing new training, education and career opportunities. Subject to final approval on 1 January 2026, all employees from the five health services will transfer to Bayside Health. Casual positions Patient Transport Assistant Grade 1-2(IN18-IN19) Located at The Alfred Great staff benefits The Department Alfred Health Support Services provides non-clinical support services across Alfred Health, these services include cleaning services, car parking and fleet management, waste management, gardens and grounds, distribution, security and access control, ward support, linen services, ancillary services, food services and hospitality. The Role The Ancillary Assistant will operate as part of the Alfred Health non-clinical services team and take direction from the relevant ward staff and non-clinical support services coordinators/supervisors and perform tasks as allocated. The Ancillary Assistant will assist the portering service in providing and maintaining as far as practical a safe, efficient and least disruptive transfer of patients and equipment within the Hospital. This will be performed in a manner that meets or exceeds industry best practice. The Ancillary Assistant will work closely with other Support Services team members to ensure we maintain a committed, safe and socially responsible multi skilled team. Skills and Experience Required A background of experience in patient transport Have the ability and adaptability to participate in change Have completed or be willing to participate in training and education appropriate to improve skills required for the performance of the position Staff Benefits Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia Flexible health insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance Onsite car & bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport health and fitness Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services If applicable, please specify specific requirements that you require in your cover letter or CV. For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Daniel Pham, Ancillary & Ward Support Manager - Applications close 11pm AEDT, Thursday 11th December 2025. We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds. If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad. In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Website: #J-18808-Ljbffr