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The Role
- You will be working collaboratively as a part of a dynamic team, supported by an inclusive organisational culture.
- You will be required to build and uphold robust working relationships within a multidisciplinary team, where every day is different.
- You will provide assistance to medical and nursing staff in the lifting, positioning and general care of patients.
The Team
Working in a diverse team required to work with a number of different health professionals within the hospital environment. Also working alongside many patients and visitors who come from the wider community.
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
Fixed term, casual, shift worker (fully rotational) position working as and when required, commencing as soon as possible for approximately 12 months.
- 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
$67,193 to $72,126 per annum (Pro rata). 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
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- 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 $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here.
Eligibility
Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
How to apply
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.
- Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role.
Contact
For more information, contact: Patrick Sytsma, Coordinator - Medical Orderlies, on or,
What it is like working at the Department of Health?
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in the Department of Health. See experiences from staff and information about relocating to Tasmania. Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything the Department of Health do, and we encourage applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.
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📌 Medical Orderly (503592)
🏢 Department of Health, Tasmania
📍 Launceston