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Join Central Gippsland Health as a Hospital Attendant!
About Central Gippsland Health
Central Gippsland Health (CGH) is a sub-regional health service and the major provider of health and aged care services in the Wellington Shire. CGH is located in the City of Sale which is 215 km east of Melbourne.
CGH provides acute care as part of an integrated service delivery model across Wellington Shire and beyond. The service provides beds across three campuses (Sale, Maffra and Heyfield). Acute services include a full-time emergency department, critical care unit, neonatal critical care unit, three operating theatres, day procedure unit, oncology and dialysis services in addition to general medical and services and sub-acute services including rehabilitation.
CGH is also a leading teaching hospital, affiliated with Monash University's School of Rural Health and provides placements and clinical experience for students.
About the Role
As a Hospital Attendant, you will play a crucial role in maintaining a clean, safe, and supportive environment for patients, staff, and visitors. You will also work closely with the Environmental Services team and assist with porter services across CGH facilities.
Key Responsibilities
1. Safely and efficiently transport patients, linen, specimens, equipment, and other patient-related items across the health service.
2. Assist clinical and non-clinical staff in managing disruptive patients or visitors, following CGH's de-escalation guidelines.
3. Support patient flow through activities like bed preparation, patient transfers, and more.
4. Handle deceased patient transfers to the mortuary and assist with preparations for viewings as needed.
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience
* Certificate II in Security and Security Licence (willingness to obtain)
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work as part of a team.
* Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous.
Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application. All appointments are made subject to the candidate providing a current satisfactory National Police Certificate and obtaining a Working with Children Check.
At CGH we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable, and inclusive. We value inclusion and diversity and encourage applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
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