Patient Services Assistants

Job Description

As an organisation we have a clear focus on how we service and partner with our community, including our strategy of helping the community stay well when at home. Our reputation of community minded, inclusive and progressive is matched to none.

Northern Health is located in the rapidly growing northern suburbs with projected growth the biggest in the state. With a booming, culturally rich and diverse community, and less than an hours drive from the CBD (still within the bounds of Myki and ride-sharing), Melbournes North is fast becoming the place to be.

The Role:

Opportunities exist for experienced Patient Support Services Assistants to join our Support Services Team on Casual basis, at Northern Hospital. We are looking for reliable individuals who will demonstrate exemplary communication skills, a positive attitude, as well as a friendly and professional manner.

The successful applicant will possess and demonstrate the following skills and attributes:

• Ability to communicate with patients, other members of staff and members of the public with empathy and an appreciation of confidentiality
• Previous experience in the operation of commercial cleaning equipment
• Understanding of infection control cleaning processes within a healthcare environment
• Deliver excellent cleaning standards
• Excellent communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work unsupervised
• The ability to plan and prioritise tasks