Apply now Job no: 505781Work type: Casual, PermanentLocation: RedlandsCategories: Room Attendant, Orderly
About the role
Mater Private Hospital Redlands is seeking a Housekeeping Attendant/Orderly to join them on a casual basis. You will be responsible for providing effective and efficient support services to our patients, including assisting with non-therapeutic aspects of patient care based on a consumer-focused philosophy and in accordance with hospital policy.
To be eligible for this position you will require availability across a 7-day rotating roster (Day shifts between 6:30am to 9:00pm and Night cleaning from 6:00pm to 01:00am)
Key tasks of the Support Services - Housekeeping Attendant/Orderly
* Cleaning of patient rooms and public areas.
* Night Cleaning of the Operating Theatre, CSSD, Recovery areas.
* Safely transport patients on beds to Operating Theatre and Wards.
* Transport medical equipment, gas cylinder, blood products as required.
* Removal of soiled linen, rubbish and sharps containers.
* Safely driving the patient transportation vehicles for offsite patient transfers.
* Perform infectious room cleaning and other cleaning duties as requested by supervisor.
* Ensure the safety of all people in the hospital by adhering to Workplace Health and Safety policies and procedures.
* Clean body fluid spillages within hospital infection control guidelines.
* Segregation of waste according to waste management protocol.
* Actively comply with Hospital and Departmental Policies & Procedures.
* Actively participates in own self development and performance management.
* Actively support and participate in continuous quality improvement activities by participating in audits, equipment trials, providing suggestions and attending relevant meetings.
* Successfully complete all annual mandatory training modules.
* Determine the priority in which tasks are completed.
* Promote a safe and harmonious workplace for patients, visitors and staff.
* Conduct all other duties as specified in the Housekeeping Attendant/Orderly duties document.
About you
* Availability across a 7-day rotating roster.
* Open Australian Driver's Licence (Mandatory)
* Previous experience in an Orderly/Cleaning role in a healthcare, hospitality, or commercial cleaning environment. (Desirable)
* Knowledge of using carpet cleaners, steamers, floor scrubber/polisher.
The successful candidate will have a basic understanding of, or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge of, workplace health and safety, equal employment opportunity, bullying and harassment, and anti-discrimination legislation, practices, and behaviours as applied in the working environment.
Mater is Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We're leaders in healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it's our people who make the difference.
We're looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you'll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
Benefits
* Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
* Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
* Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
* Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
* Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation
* Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
* Convenient, discounted on-site parking
* Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
* Join Queensland's Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.
Applications close 27 May – please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW. Direct applications only – we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete pre‐employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).
Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our Reconciliation webpage.
Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.
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