The Team:
The Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) is Tasmania's largest hospital and is the leader in clinical teaching and research. Close partnerships with the University of Tasmania and other educational institutions results in the delivery of excellence in healthcare, education and innovation. Our mission is to provide outstanding healthcare and improve the health and wellbeing of the Tasmanian community through high- quality, person-centred services delivered via innovation, education and research.
Ward 7A Medical Specialities is a 20-bed medical sub-speciality ward providing care across six key specialities:
- Acute Stroke Unit
- Gastroenterology
- Renal Medicine
- Endocrinology
- Rheumatology
- Neurology
The Role:
As a Hospital Aide on Ward 7A, you will be a part of a dynamic, highly skilled and compassionate team dedicated to delivering holistic care to patients with both acute and chronic conditions. We value the provision of high-quality person-centred care with empathy, respect and compassion, diverse and specialised skills with a focus of continually learning and teaching and collaboration across disciplines. This fosters a calm and inclusive environment for patients and staff. Transparency, advocacy and clarity are at the heart of all interactions with patients and their families.
The role of the Hospital Aide is an indirect role but it vital for supporting the team and ensuring patient centred outcomes are achieved.
You will need to:
- Clean, maintain and sterilise work areas and ward equipment within infection control guidelines.
- Provide a communication network between departments including delivery and collection service as required.
- Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, and staff.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
Multiple permanent shift worker (fully rotational) positions, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
*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: $57,130 to $62,486 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:
- 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 $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 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.
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.
*Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Tony Martin
Position: Nurse Unit Manager
Phone number: (03) 6166 8295
Email address: anthony.martin1@ths.tas.gov.au
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