Patient Care Assistant
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Job no: JR108811
Work type: Casual
Location: Nambour Selangor Private Hospital
Categories: Nursing - Assistant, Clinical Support - Technician/Orderley
The Opportunity
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Patient Care Assistants to join our casual pool at Nambour Selangor Private Hospital. In this role, you will provide essential support across a range of hospital departments, working closely with clinical and non-clinical teams to deliver safe, effective, and patient-centred care.
You will contribute to patient comfort, safety, and dignity while supporting the smooth day-to-day operations of the hospital. This casual role requires flexibility to work across all wards and assist with a variety of patient care and support activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Support clinical and non-clinical staff in the delivery of safe and effective patient care.
- Assist patients with mobility, transfers, and transport throughout the hospital, including to and from diagnostic areas such as radiology.
- Perform ward bed moves and provide general patient handling assistance using approved equipment and techniques.
- Assist patients on admission and help them settle comfortably into the ward environment.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic environment in patient rooms and shared areas in accordance with infection control standards.
- Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to support positive patient outcomes.
About You
You are compassionate, reliable, and thrive in a fast-paced hospital environment.
To Be Successful, You Will Have
- One of the following qualifications:
- Certificate III in Health Services Assistance, Care Support Services, or Aged Care
- Certificate IV in Health Services Assistance
- Undergraduate Nursing Student (Year 2 or 3)
- Minimum of one year’s clinical experience in an acute hospital setting.
- Sound knowledge of infection control, manual handling, and workplace safety procedures.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and time management skills.
What’s in it for you?
- Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.
- Discounts: Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers. Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental.
- Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support 24/7.
- Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.
*Please note: Not all casual employees are eligible
The Hospital
Nambour Selangor Private Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with over 70 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of ‘People Caring for People’ since 1964.
Requirements
- Must provide or complete a National Police Check conducted within the previous 12 months
- According to the role, Ramsay may require a proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.
To Apply
All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.
For enquiries, please contact Penelope Hasted via email: HastedP@ramsayhealth.com.au
Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com
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