This is a Permanent full time appointment for 80 hours per fortnight.
Eligibility to Apply
To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).
Other Conditions
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. Candidates are required to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. This may also include a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre‐employment health assessment. Referees may be asked to comment on integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
Please note this recruitment process requires completion of a satisfactory Pre‐Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on a satisfactory PEHA to ensure the candidate is able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. If the successful applicant declines or vacates the advertised vacancy, the next most suitable applicant may also be selected. Both options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from the date the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
Position Profile
We are looking for the Orderly to provide effective and efficient orderly support services for the Health Service. This position incorporates a range of duties essential to the safety and quality of services provided by WACHS‐SW. Duties can include securing alarms, security and safety support; patient transfers, page response, delivering linen, collecting refuse, cleaning duties, patrol of internal perimeters; changing medical gas cylinders and mortuary attendance.
Area Profile
The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.
Employee Benefits
* 12% employer‐contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice.
* Access to generous salary packaging arrangements.
* Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance.
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Flexible leave arrangements.
* Other professional and location based allowances.
Selection Criteria
Please see the attached Job Description Form.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future. Under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, we encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).
Further Information
For further job related information please contact Georgina Thiele at 0429 962 365.
Application Instructions
Applicants are requested to apply online by clicking the Apply button below.
It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager.
Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2‐3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae summarising your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on or after 4:00 pm will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
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