Hospital Aide

Department of HealthHospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NthLaunceston General Hospital Applications must be submitted by Wednesday 10 December, :55 PM Award/Classification: Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Operational Health Officer, Level 1 $57,130 to $62,486 pro rata, per annum Employment type: Permanent, part-time Region: North Location: LGH Charles Street, Launceston Maintain clean hygienic surrounding to facilitate the control of infection.Maintenance of basic ward equipment.Ensure patient confidentiality The Team: The Cardiac Cath Lab within the cardiology Department forms part of the broader cardiology service at the Launceston General Hospital, including the Coronary Care Unit (CCU), non-invasive cardiology services, CIED (Cardiac Implantable Electronic Device) management, and cardiac rehabilitation. Our multidisciplinary team includes nurses, cardiac technologists, medical staff, administrative support, and allied health professionals working collaboratively within a fast-paced and specialised procedural environment. Our focus is on delivering safe, efficient, and patient-centred care while continually improving outcomes for patients, families, staff, and the wider community. The Role: The Hospital Aide will support daily operations within the Cardiac Cath Lab Department by assisting with patient flow, preparing clinical spaces, ensuring infection control standards are maintained, and contributing to a clean, well-organised, and safe working environment. Responsibilities include: Maintaining cleanliness and infection-control compliance across procedure rooms, equipment, consumable areas, and patient spaces. Supporting the clinical team with the setup, restocking, and basic handling of equipment to ensure procedure rooms are ready and appropriately maintained. Assisting with stores, linen management, and consumable tracking to support workflow efficiency and timely service delivery. Communicating respectfully and professionally with patients, families, and multidisciplinary staff to support a positive patient experience and effective team workflow. You will need: Effective communication and interpersonal skills. A commitment to working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary clinical team. A willingness to adhere to infection-control standards and procedural safety requirements. The ability to prioritise tasks, remain flexible, and contribute to a positive and efficient working environment. A commitment to ongoing learning and service improvement within a specialised healthcare setting. Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. Details of appointment: Permanent part time, shift worker (fully rotational) position, working 28 hours per fortnight, commencing 1 February 2026. *notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant. Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies. Salary: $57,130 to $62,486 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. Salary range is in accordance withPublic Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022 Salary Packaging: You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible. Benefits available to eligible candidate: Professional development and accelerated pathways. A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support. Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family. More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check. Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance. Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered. You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required. *applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Name: Shelley FoalePosition: Nurse Unit Manager, Cardiology Services, LGHPhone number: Email address: What it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023). Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities. Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements. Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions. Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr