The Team:
Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH) is Tasmania’s largest hospital, and the Medical Orderly Department is a diverse team who specialise in provides support and care across all modalities of the RHH.
The Role:
In accordance with Agency policies and procedures, and infection control and quality improvement guidelines, the Specialised Medical Orderly will:
- Provide Medical Orderly services and assistance to Medical, Nursing, and Para-Medical staff in the lifting, positioning and general care of patients.
- Transport of patients within the hospital environment by means of wheelchair, trolleys and beds.
- As part of the Code Black Response Team, the Specialised Medical Orderly will assist the clinical team in the management of an aggressive incident.
- As directed, conduct internal hospital security functions.
- As directed, provide Orderly services in the Department of Emergency Medicine, Radiology and Operating Theatres.
You will:
- Work in a rewarding and dynamic role in RHH's new state of the art facility K-Block.
- Opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge across a multiple nursing discipline.
- Work in a dynamic, fast paced, well equipped unit.
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, full time and part time shift worker 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:
$67,193 to $70,993 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
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:
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 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.
Adam Coad
Manager- Medical Orderly and Security Services
Phone number: (03) 6166 7026
Email address: adam.coad@ths.tas.gov.au
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