The Tasmanian State Service (TSS) is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels, and within more than...
Our surgical wards work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmania community.
We provide a supportive environment for all staff, emphasizing teamwork to facilitate the needs of our busy surgical environments.
The Role:
This Support Officer role will report to Ward 5B, but the role will be shared across surgical wards 5A/5B & SSSU, with the primary purpose to:
1. Assist in maintaining a secure working environment by supporting nursing staff in managing patients with behaviours of concern, delirium, high falls risk, self-harm, or cognitive decline.
2. Respond to aggressive incidents under the direction of the clinical team.
3. Provide manual handling assistance with patient care requirements, when directed.
4. Assist the NUM and Nursing team management in maintaining and managing surgical ward equipment.
Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Why Tasmania:
The Department of Health Tasmania oversees hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. It also provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services through more than 300 sites.
Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant community impact during work.
Details of appointment:
This is a permanent full-time shift worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing 1 June 2025.
*Hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for twelve months from the publication date, this selection process may be used to fill similar full-time, part-time, and casual vacancies.
Salary:
$62,486 to $65,119 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer contribution of 11.5% superannuation is additional.
* Salary range in accordance with the Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022.
Salary Packaging:
You’ll have access to salary packaging benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefits for eligible candidates:
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
* Fitness Passport – Access to 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for $13.95/week per person or $25.95 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here.
Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for pre-employment checks.
Application process:
Download the Statement of Duties and associated documents. Review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, for an overview of duties, the program, selection process, and application guidance.
Apply online by clicking the "Apply" button to answer important questions about your experience, skills, and knowledge. A 1-2 page application detailing your experience related to the Statement of Duties is required; a separate statement addressing the selection criteria is not necessary.
*Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
For more information:
Contact the designated person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Working at the Department of Health:
Our key values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. We value diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ individuals, and people with disabilities, fostering trust, collaboration, and innovation.
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