Ward Support Assistant

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Ongoing Appointment
• Full Time & Part TIme Positions Available
• Patient Services Assistant Level 1-2
• Located at The Alfred
• Great Staff Benefits, Including Salary Packaging

The Department

Alfred Health Support Services provides non-clinical support services across Alfred Health, these services include cleaning services, car parking and fleet management, waste management, gardens and grounds, distribution, security and access control, ward support, linen services, ancillary services, food services and hospitality.

The Role

The Ward Support Assistant will provide a customer focused service to patients and relevant stakeholders of Alfred Health and adhere to all requirements ensuring the support services are delivered in an efficient and effective manner. The Ward Support Assistant will perform all scheduled and ad-hoc support tasks within a specific ward as required.

Qualification & Experience Required

Essential:

• Have or be willing to completed necessary training to hold a Certificate III in Health Services
• Have the ability and adaptability to participate in change • Have completed or be willing to participate in training and education appropriate to improve skills required for the performance of the position.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Desirable:

• Background in ward support or similar position in health care setting

Benefits

• Salary packaging and novated leasing are available
• 5 Weeks Annual Leave
• Health and wellbeing benefits
• Discounted staff parking (subject to availability)

Enquiries to Steven Talbot on 03 9076 5353

Applications Close: 11pm AEST, Thursday 25th April 2024

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au