Ward Assistant - Central Allocations Unit
Core
Provide non-medical assistance to staff and patients in acute hospital wards, including cleaning, bed preparation, and general housekeeping.
Role type
Ward Assistant (Casual)
Builds
Operational support for acute care wards
Domain
Healthcare / Hospital Operations
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Multitasking, prioritizing competing tasks, working independently, person-centred care, respectful interaction with patients and staff, following hospital protocols
Preferred skills
Ability to work with limited supervision, involvement in change management processes
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Cleaning patient areas, bathrooms, equipment and utility rooms; preparing patient beds for admission; attending to general housekeeping duties; transferring medical equipment and patient files; transporting specimens to Pathology; maintaining stock levels of linen and non-medical supplies
Seniority
Casual, entry-level support role