Patient Support Assistant (PSA), Operational Support Services
Queensland Health - Birtinya, QLD
Health, Medical & Pharmaceutical
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Job Description
We are seeking Patient Support Assistants to enhance the patient experience through direct and indirect support. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe, clean environment, assisting with patient movement, and supporting clinical staff during treatment and care.
Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service (SCHHS) serves southeast Queensland, covering areas from Caloundra to Gympie. We are a values-driven organization committed to respect, human rights, and community engagement.
Operational Support encompasses Environmental Services, Food Services, and Logistics and Supply. These include cleaning, linen supply, waste management, and patient portering.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain infection control standards to ensure a clean, safe environment.
* Perform cleaning tasks as scheduled or as needed.
* Support clinical staff by assisting with patient positioning and movement.
* Transfer materials, linen, and waste efficiently.
* Assist with food services, including receiving, storing, preparing, and serving food and beverages, and cleaning responsibilities.
Additional role details include:
* Casual shifts to cover absences and backfill rosters across various locations including Birtinya, Nambour, Caloundra, Maleny, and Gympie.
* Shifts operate 24/7, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
* Availability on short notice is essential.
* Must have own transport and be physically capable of long walking shifts.
Salary rates: $39.05 - $41.66 per hour (OO2). Only candidates willing to work all hours, including weekends and holidays, will be considered.
Why work with us?
We offer diverse career opportunities with a focus on a safe, flexible, and satisfying work environment. Benefits include higher employer superannuation contributions (up to 12.75%), salary packaging, flexible work arrangements, and career development.
We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Find out more about working at Sunshine Coast here:
* Wellness programs
* Career training and development
* Salary packaging options
Applicants should apply online via our portal, submitting acceptable file types (.jpg, .gif, .bmp, .png, .rtf, .txt, .doc, .docx). Please do not upload zipped or protected files.
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