About Kimberley Renal Services
Kimberley Renal Services (KRS) includes 4 Renal Health Centres based in Fitzroy Crossing, Broome, Kununurra, and Derby and a mobile prevention unit.
The incidence of Kidney Disease in the Kimberley is one of the highest in Australia. Chronic Kidney disease (CKD) and End-Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) incidence within the Aboriginal population of the Kimberley greatly exceeds the national burden of disease. Dialysis prevalence for this region has more than tripled in the last decade and is increasing at a much faster rate than in the rest of Western Australia (WA).
About the Opportunity
Kimberley Renal Services now has an opportunity for a Patient Care Assistant to join their KRS team in DerbyWA, on a Casual basis.
Reporting to the Integrated Service Manager you will assist patients with activities of daily living whilst attending the Renal Health Centre.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
* Assist dialysis patients according to their needs before during and after their dialysis sessions
* Transportation of clients and other goods in a safe manner
* Management of the cleaning and maintenance schedule as required by the Renal Health Centre
For a copy of the job description, please click here
*About You*
To be successful in this position, you will need to be committed to the philosophy and practice of Aboriginal Community Control and Understanding of Aboriginal culture and willingness to create a culturally safe environment.
You will also work in accordance with OSH and Infection Control policies to maintain a safe working environment.
Please note:To be eligible for this role, you will be required to hold a current 'C' Class Driver's Licence and obtain an additional licence - PTD (Passenger Transport Driver's) Your employment will also be subject to a National Police Clearance.
*About the Benefits*
KRS is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills, and experience, with staff development programs, not only encouraged but often paid for by the organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career and help make a change in Aboriginal health practices.
There are also a wide range of fantastic remuneration and benefits for the role including:
* Attractive base salary of $74,446 (pro rata) PLUS super
* 25% casual loading
* Salary packaging, up to $30,000 per annum
Don't miss this exciting and rewarding opportunity to have a positive impact on the health outcomes of Indigenous communities in the spectacular Kimberley region - Apply Now Applications close 5 September 2025