This position is based in Australia's Northwest - South Hedland Pilbara Region.
Hedland Health Campus are 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 Coordinator Patient Support Services and members of the nursing team.
The Patient Support Assistant Is Responsible For
* Cleaning routines including daily cleans discharges and high-cleans with adhering to Health Care level infection control process and procedures in a high patient activity hospital setting.
* Direct Patient assistance
* Linen and waste removal
* Meals and refreshments distribution
It 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 Area
South Hedland is located 1,620 kilometres north of Peth 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 boarder 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 liquified natural gas. The major population centers are Port Hedland, Karratha, Newman and Tom Price. Median population age is 35.
Living in the Pilbara, the lifestyle is relaxed. Our coastal towns located close to the ocean – Hedland, Karratha and Onslow are the gateway for world class tourism experiences including islands, national parks, ancient rock art and cultural eco-tourism. There is opportunity to experience a variety of leisure activities for both the water and on the land. Our inland towns – Newman, Tom Price, Paraburdoo, Pannawonica, Marble Bar and Nullagine, with their rugged beauty are gateway to some of the best outback 4WD tracks, natural water holes, ancient cultural aboriginal art sites with the abundance of flora and fauna on display.
There is a wealth of information about living and working in the Pilbara Region, to learn more about a career within WA Country Health and living in the North West Australia's Northwest and to learn more about living and working in country WA by visiting our website at WA Country Health Service - Living and working in country WA. and What's great about working for WACHS – Pilbara
How to Apply
Role
If this role is what you are looking for, 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 position
* A current resume/CV
* The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees, preferable for one to be your current supervisor or manager
These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
Lodging your application
Applicants are requested to apply online.
Please note you must have a current, valid email address to apply online and this email address will be used to communicate with you during the process.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
About WACHS
WACHS is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.
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Employee Benefits
Requirements
In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
* 11.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
* Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
* Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
* Flexible working arrangements
* Flexible leave arrangements
* Other professional and location based allowance
* As a WA Country Health Service employee you're entitled to discounts across some private health care funds. Please see attached flyer for further details.
Other Conditions
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant's integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).
Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community's needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
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