About the Tasmanian State Service
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.
The Hospital Aide team within the Department of Health Tasmania plays a vital role in supporting safe, clean, and efficient hospital operations. Working collaboratively across wards and departments, Hospital Aides assist clinical staff by maintaining high standards of hygiene, infection control, and patient support services. The team is committed to professionalism, teamwork, and compassion, ensuring patients, visitors, and staff experience a well‐organised and supportive healthcare environment. Through reliability, attention to detail, and adherence to safety protocols, the Hospital Aide team contributes directly to quality patient care and the smooth day‐to‐day functioning of Tasmanian hospitals.
The Wards:
* K9E: 33 bed orthopaedic, plastics, surgical specialties and the statewide burns service
* K9W: 32 bed general surgical, vascular and gynaecology ward
* 6A: 24 bed Trauma and Acute Surgical Unit, which provides care to emergency surgery and trauma patients. This unit includes a 3 bed SCOUT (Surgical Close Observation Unit TASU) unit for the care of higher acuity patients
The Role:
* Maintain clean hygienic surrounding to facilitate the control of infection.
* Maintenance of basic ward equipment.
You will need to:
* Clean, maintain and sterilise work areas and ward equipment within infection control guidelines.
* Provide a communication network between departments including delivery and collection service as required.
* Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, and staff.
Details of appointment:
Multiple permanent and fixed term part time, shift worker positions (fully rotational), working up to 64 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
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 with Public 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 candidates:
* 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.
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