Medical Orderly Supervisor (508121)
The Team:
Royal Hobart Hospital is Tasmania’s largest hospital, and the Specialised Medical Orderlies within the RHH provide a valuable service as support staff to a large multidisciplinary clinical team. As the major clinical teaching and research centre, RHH works closely with the University of Tasmania and other institutions. All our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.
The Role:
- Supervise the routine operation and delivery of all Medical Orderly services within the Hospital.
- Allocate Medical Orderlies to Wards and Departments on a shift-by-shift basis.
- Provide Medical Orderly services and assistance to Medical, Nursing, and Para-Medical staff in the lifting, positioning and general care of patients, in a variety of operational areas within the RHH.
- Transport patients within the hospital environment by means of wheelchair, trolleys and beds.
- Respond to emergencies within the RHH, including the management of aggressive incidents as part of the Code Black Response Team.
You will need:
- Proven verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively supervise and work as part of a medical orderly team.
- Comprehensive knowledge of practices, procedures and equipment relating to the medical orderly’s involvement in patient care services.
- Demonstrated awareness of all aspects of Work Health and Safety; demonstrated knowledge of the concept of Quality Assurance.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
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:
Multiple permanent, part time, shift worker (fully rotational) position, 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:
$76,849 to $82,996 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025
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.
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: Grace Jackson
Position: Change Leader/ Coordinator
Phone number: 0459 869 813
Email address: grace.jackson@ths.tas.gov.au
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