Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Hospital Assistant Grade 2
Remuneration: 57614.53 - 57614.53
Hours Per Week: Various
Requisition ID: REQ554158

Applications close: 12 March 2025

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).

The Port Macquarie Base Hospital is a 228 bed level five facility with a 24-hour Emergency Department and a range of specialist services including intensive care, cardiology, geriatric, rheumatology, stroke, respiratory, oncology, renal dialysis, general medicine, orthopaedic, urology, vascular, general surgery, mental health, paediatrics and obstetrics.
Additional services include physiotherapy, dietetics, social work, occupational therapy, Aboriginal health and Acute Pain Service. Diagnostic services include pathology, CT scans, nuclear medicine, MRI, ultrasound and general x-ray.

What you'll be doing
Provide an efficient and effective delivery of cleaning services in all areas of the hospital/facility to provide a clean environment and to minimise health care associated infections.

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit.

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Manager.

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at Occupational assessment screening and vaccination - FAQ

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/pages/default.aspx.

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1. Demonstrated ability to provide high quality cleaning services with previous experience in a healthcare facility or commercial/industrial cleaning role
2. Ability to communicate effectively, with all levels of staff, as well as patients/clients and members of the public
3. Demonstrated ability & capacity to work independently and as part of a team with a commitment to customer service
4. Knowledge of work health and safety principles, including safe manual handling and infection control
5. Ability to take the initiative & respond to changes in cleaning requirements, with ability to prioritise tasks and problem solve
6. Participation in a 7 day rotating roster that includes weekends, public and school holidays, including morning, day, afternoon and night shifts

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For role related queries or questions contact Wendy Stevenson on [email protected]