Patient Care Assistant

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Patient Care Assistants to join our hospital on a part-time basis. In this role, you will provide essential support across a range of hospital departments, working closely with clinical teams to deliver safe, effective, and patient-centred care. It is an excellent opportunity for someone with a Certificate III in Aged Care or Health Services who is passionate about delivering high-quality care in a supportive, fast-paced environment.

You will contribute to patient comfort, safety, and dignity while supporting the smooth day-to-day operations of the hospital. 

Key Responsibilities

• Support clinical and non-clinical staff in the delivery of safe and effective patient 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.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic environment in patient rooms and shared areas in accordance with infection control standards.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to support positive patient outcomes.

About You

You are compassionate, reliable, and thrive in a fast-paced hospital environment.

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
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and time management skills

Desirable qualifications and experience:

• Currently studying Nursing (Year 2 or 3).
• Certificate IV in Health Services Assistance.

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.