Clinical Assistant - Casual

Casual position | Parkville location

Work life balance - variety of shift times, flexible hours.

Career progression opportunities.

The role of the Clinical Assistant is to provide support services to clinical staff in the wards and departments of The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

As a Clinical Assistant you are a vital member of the multi-disciplinary health care team who strive to provide excellent care to patients and their families. Your interactions with patients, relatives and colleagues are guided by the organisation’s vision and The Melbourne Way.

Transportation services (patients, equipment, pathology, blood products, food, clinical records, stores, mortuary transfers)

Demonstrate knowledge and skills utilising the “No Lift” policy, in accordance with hospital procedures

Provide assistance with patient hygiene and other patient related services

Cleaning of bed space and relevant patient equipment (including procedural chairs in day areas) and entry into Computer Assisted Facilities Management (CAFM) system

Removal and disposal of rubbish & recyclables, linen, general waste

Perform emergency response functions, attending and assisting in emergency codes as per organisational policy and procedures

Completion of Certificate 3 Health Service Assistant & additional 6 months experience.

Availability to work full range of shifts including weekends, morning, evening and night shifts.

Willingness to contribute to quality patient care.

Well-developed interpersonal skills, including an ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients and families.

Basic computer skills

Demonstrated ability to safely transfer patients using motorised equipment

Ability to work as a respectful team member in a multidisciplinary environment

Initiative in prioritising workload

Ability to accept direction and seek feedback, be reliable, self-motivated & have a friendly nature

Previous experience in an acute health setting

Medical terminology

Click Apply to submit your application, please include a cover letter and resume.

Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.

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