Hospital Aides play a vital role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care within the hospital environment. Their key responsibility is to maintain a safe and clean environment, as well as an adequate stock supply, to enable clinical staff to provide optimal care.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain ward stock on a daily basis to ensure smooth operation of the ward area in accordance with existing procedures.
* Adhere to cleaning standards, infection control standards, policies, and protocols in line with hospital requirements.
* Participate actively in and contribute to the organisation's Quality & Safety and Work Health & Safety processes.
Hospital Aides work collaboratively with emergency physicians, nurses, paramedics, and other support staff to deliver urgent and life-saving care to patients. They utilise advanced medical protocols to assess, stabilise, and treat patients with acute conditions, ranging from trauma to medical emergencies.
The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including Launceston General Hospital, Royal Hobart Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital. The department provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through multiple sites.
Tasmania offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Working in the public health system allows individuals to build strong connections with colleagues and patients while enjoying extraordinary experiences outside of work. The Department of Health values compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, providing a collaborative environment that fosters growth and innovation.
As a Hospital Aide, you will have access to salary packaging benefits, including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year. You will also be eligible for professional development opportunities, accelerated pathways, and a range of leave entitlements.