This position is based in Australia’s Northwest - South Hedland Pilbara Region.Hedland Health Campus is seeking motivated Patient Support Assistants to join their Hotel Services team.This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent, Fixed Term, and Casual appointments at various hours per fortnight. Fixed Term contracts include the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 31/12/2025.This role assists with a range of patient support services as directed by the Coordinator Patient Support Services and members of the nursing team.The Patient Support Assistant Is Responsible ForCleaning routines including daily cleans, discharges, and high-cleans, adhering to Healthcare level infection control processes and procedures in a high patient activity hospital setting.Direct Patient assistanceLinen and waste removalMeals and refreshments distributionIt is important to note that there is no accommodation subsidy assistance, no Fly-In-Fly-Out (FIFO) options, and no relocation expenses for this position.To learn more about the position, please see the attached Job Description Form (JDF) and contact Slavica Pejovic on 08 9174 1013.About The AreaSouth Hedland is located 1,620 kilometres north of Perth in the Pilbara Region, which is WA’s second most northern region. The Pilbara is defined by the Indian Ocean to the west and the Northern Territory border to the east. The Kimberley Region lies to its north across the Great Sandy Desert, and the Pilbara’s southern area reaches the Midwest and Goldfields region. Today, the Pilbara economy is crucial to WA, providing the state’s largest export revenue earners – iron ore and liquefied natural gas. The major population centers are Port Hedland, Karratha, Newman, and Tom Price. The median population age is 35.Living in the Pilbara offers a relaxed lifestyle. Coastal towns like Hedland, Karratha, and Onslow are gateways for world-class tourism experiences, including islands, national parks, ancient rock art, and cultural eco-tourism. There are opportunities for a variety of leisure activities both on land and in water. Inland towns such as Newman, Tom Price, Paraburdoo, Pannawonica, Marble Bar, and Nullagine, with their rugged beauty, provide access to some of the best outback 4WD tracks, natural water holes, ancient cultural Aboriginal art sites, and abundant flora and fauna.For more information about living and working in the Pilbara Region, and to learn about a career within WA Country Health, visit our website at WA Country Health Service - Living and working in country WA.How to ApplyIf this role interests you, apply online by clicking the ‘Apply for job’ button at the bottom of this page and provide:A cover letter outlining your previous experience and skills related to the positionA current resume/CVThe names and contact details of two professional referees, preferably including your current supervisor or managerEnsure all documents are complete and ready to attach before applying online. Allow sufficient time to complete the process, as you will need to answer questions and upload your documentation. Lodgement is system generated. Applications submitted after 4:00 pm will not be accepted.Applicants must have a current, valid email address for communication. If you experience difficulties applying online, contact Employee Services at 13 44 77 during business hours.About WACHSWA Country Health Service is the largest country health system in Australia, providing services to approximately half a million people over a vast area. It comprises seven regions, with a network of hospitals, health services, and centers across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core mission is to deliver quality, accessible health services to residents and visitors of country WA.Employee Benefits11.5% employer-contributed superannuation into a fund of your choiceAccess to salary packaging arrangementsProfessional development opportunities and study leave/assistanceFlexible working and leave arrangementsLocation-based allowances and other benefitsOther ConditionsApplicants must undergo criminal records screening and integrity checks. A Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check is required. Eligibility for appointment requires a valid working visa or Australian citizenship/permanent residency. Satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA) is also required, with employment conditional on this assessment.WA Health is committed to eliminating discrimination and embracing diversity. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities. We support flexible work practices and a smoke-free environment.We value a diverse workforce and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those living with disabilities, Aboriginal peoples, and culturally and linguistically diverse individuals.Late or email applications will not be considered.
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