Mackay Hospital and Health Service provides health services in a range of regional, community, and rural settings. This health service is committed to delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced, challenging, and supportive environment.
Working in regional, rural, and remote areas offers unique opportunities that you won't find in metropolitan hospitals. You will have the chance to make a real difference in the lives of patients and contribute to the success of the health service.
Job Details
The Nutrition and Dietetics Department at Mackay Base Hospital is seeking an Allied Health Assistant to join their team on a permanent basis. The successful applicant will be responsible for providing clinical support tasks that enhance patient nutrition, cognitive stimulation, mobility, and functional independence.
For more information about the role and mandatory requirements, please refer to the attached Role Description.
About the Eat Walk Engage Program
The Eat Walk Engage program is a multi-professional approach to early restorative care and the prevention of delirium in older patients. As an Allied Health Assistant, you will work as part of this program to provide high-quality patient care and contribute to the health service's mission to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.
About Our Team
Eat Walk Engage is a patient-centered care program designed to prevent delirium and promote high-quality acute care for older hospital inpatients. Our team is committed to working collaboratively to achieve the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Benefits
* Competitive wages and salary packaging
* Flexible working arrangements
* A diverse work culture
* Career development opportunities
* Professional development programs
* Paid parental leave
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Discounted Private Health Insurance
We are a large health service with 6 hospitals, 2 multi-purpose health services, and 4 community health centres. We employ over 3,700 staff and provide services to patients and families in various locations across the region.