Patient Care Assistant
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Key Responsibilities
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): Assist consumers with personal care, hygiene, mobility and daily routines while promoting dignity and independence.
- Meal Supervision: Provide support and supervision during mealtimes, encouraging adequate nutrition, hydration and safe eating practices.
- Cognitive Monitoring: Observe and report changes in cognition, memory, orientation, behaviour and overall functioning to the clinical team.
- Day Program Support: Assist group therapists with the preparation, facilitation and coordination of therapeutic group activities.
- Consumer Engagement: Encourage participation in meaningful activities, social interaction and therapeutic programs.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with nursing staff, allied health professionals and group therapists to provide person-centred care.
- Assist patients with mobility, transfers, and transport throughout the hospital, including to and from diagnostic areas.
- 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.
- About You
- A compassionate and patient approach to working with older adults.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- An interest in older adults' mental health and cognitive wellbeing.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience working with older adults, particularly those experiencing cognitive impairment or mental health challenges, is highly regarded.
- Relevant qualifications or experience in healthcare, aged care or mental health are desirable.
- You will also bring:
- Certificate III in Aged Care, Health Services, or Care Support (desirable).
- Minimum of 12 months’ experience working in an acute setting is preferred but not essential
- Sound knowledge of infection control, manual handling, and workplace safety procedures
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- What’s in it for You:
- At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including:
- Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
- Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
- Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
- Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
- Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.
- Why Join Ramsay:
- At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are:
- Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
- A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally
- A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.
- Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today and join us at Ramsay Clinic Albert Road. All applications must be lodged online.
- Applications close: 3 November 2026
- Reference number: JR117036
- Please Note:
- 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.au.
- Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.
- Ramsay provides high quality healthcare to millions of people each year through a network of hospitals, clinics and services in Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom.
Qualifications
- A compassionate and patient approach to working with older adults.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- An interest in older adults' mental health and cognitive wellbeing.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience working with older adults, particularly those experiencing cognitive impairment or mental health challenges, is highly regarded.
- Relevant qualifications or experience in healthcare, aged care or mental health are desirable.
- Certificate III in Aged Care, Health Services, or Care Support (desirable).
- Sound knowledge of infection control, manual handling, and workplace safety procedures
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy
- Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more
- Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts
- Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7
- Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services.
- Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff
- A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally
- A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide.
- Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today and join us at Ramsay Clinic Albert Road. All applications must be lodged online.
- Applications close: 3 November 2026
- Reference number: JR117036
- 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.au.
- Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.
- Ramsay provides high quality healthcare to millions of people each year through a network of hospitals, clinics and services in Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom.
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum of 12 months’ experience working in an acute setting is preferred but not essential
About Ramsay Health Care
Private hospital operator and provider of healthcare services.
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