Department of HealthHospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NthPrimary Health North
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 22 February, 2026 11:55 PM
Sunday 22 February, 2026 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Operational Health Officer, Level 2
$63,110 to $66,049 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:
Region:
North
Location:
Allambi Bld, 33-39 Howick St
Under supervision, and in accordance with Agency policy, legal, regulatory, and funded program requirements, the Health Care Assistant provides high quality care and support to community and/or facility-based clients and assists with a range of daily living activities that a person would normally do for themselves.
The Team:
The Community Dementia Services is part of Primary Health North. This service provides care for clients in the greater Launceston area seven days a week to deliver excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers and the Launceston community.
The Role:
* The Community Dementia team works to improve health outcomes through the provision of safe quality, clinically appropriate nursing care and case management in partnership with patients/clients, their families and other health professionals, supported by the nurse on duty.
* The Community Dementia team is a supportive, engaged and dedicated team enriched by our Hospital Norths 'CARE' values - Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.
You will need:
* Holds or is working towards a Certificate III in Aged Care or equivalent and demonstrated knowledge and understanding of working with the frail aged, people with disabilities and people affected by dementia.
* Demonstrated experience in providing personal care services and the ability to perform activities of daily living in line with individual client needs in a residential, inpatient and/or community setting.
* Valid drivers licence.
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 various 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. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community 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 impact on the community during work.
Details of appointment:
* Permanent part time, shift worker position fully rotational, working up to 68 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as we can onbaord you.
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary: $63,110 to $66,049 pro rata per annum. 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.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Sarah MineallNUM - Specialist Community Nursing ServicesPhone number: (03) 6777 4656Email address: sarah.mineall@ths.tas.gov.au
What it is like working at the Department of Health?
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!
Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).
Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.
* Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
* Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.
* Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.
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