The Role:
- Support patient care by assisting with bed-making, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring proper stock rotation.
- Contribute to hospital safety and quality by following protocols, participating in training, and maintaining equipment and supplies.
- Assist with logistical tasks, such as collecting and delivering prescriptions and items, and provide orientation for new staff.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
The Team:
Our service provides renal replacements therapies for the North-West Coast Area of Tasmania.
Burnie is a vibrant city located on the northwest coast of Tasmania, Australia. Known for its beautiful coastline, rich industrial heritage, and friendly community, it offers a blend of natural beauty and cultural attractions. Visitors can enjoy stunning beaches, scenic walks, and the renowned Burnie Regional Art Gallery, while the city's proximity to nature reserves and the Tarkine wilderness makes it a perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Burnie’s thriving port also plays a key role in its economy, making it a dynamic and welcoming place to live and visit.
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:
Permanent part time, shift worker position, working 25 hours per fortnight, starting as soon as we can onboard you.
*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: $58,184 to $59,580 pro rata per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022
Allowances:
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:
- Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible.
- 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.
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of Essential requirements, Desirable requirements and pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Application Guide:
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.
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Jennifer Reynolds
Position: Nurse Unit Manager
Phone number:64777746
Email address: jennifer.reynolds@ths.tas.gov.au
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