Department of HealthHospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals NthPrimary Health NorthApplications must be submitted by Sunday 23 February, 2025 11:55 PM AESTAward/Classification:Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Health Services Officers, Level 3$59,930 to $61,367 pro rata, per annumEmployment type:Part TimeRegion:NorthLocation:C/- George Town District HospWe are seeking a Cleaner/Kitchen Hand to join our team at The George Town Hospital and Community Services.The Team:The George Town Hospital and Community Services provide 15 acute care beds, physiotherapy, dental and podiatry services, and other visiting providers. Other services provided by the Hospital include Palliative Care, community Nursing, Home Help/Personal Care. Nursing quarters are available, co-located on site for staff to utilise with shared kitchen and bathroom amenities. George Town Hospital is approximately a 35-minute drive from Launceston and is centrally located, close to supermarkets/eateries and a five-minute drive to the beaches of Low Head.The Role:Assist in the cleaning of allocated areas in compliance with Australian Safety and Quality Health Care Standard (ASQHCS), Agency policies and other established standards and protocols. Carry out and assist in food preparation and cleaning within the kitchen area, maintaining a high standard of hygiene.You will need:Clean and maintain all areas of the Hospital and Community Centre, including floors, bathrooms, toilets, offices, consulting rooms, patient areas, and all common areas, by dusting, vacuuming, scrubbing and spot cleaning as required.Knowledge of food preparation, presentation and diets.Maintain cleaning techniques and associated machinery, disinfectants and detergents to comply with established hospital standards.Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.Details of Appointment:Permanent, part time, shift worker (fully rotational) position, working up to 67 hours per fortnight, commencing from 1 March 2025.Fixed term, casual position working as and when required, commencing as soon as possible for approximately 24 months.Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.Salary:$59,930 to $61,637 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.Salary Packaging:Youll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.Benefits available to eligible candidates:Professional development and accelerated pathways.A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.Fitness Passport You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.For more information:Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.Name: Victoria WhitfieldPosition: Hotel Services Co-OrdinatorPhone number: (03) 6702 6020Email address: georgetown.hospital@ths.tas.gov.auWhat it is like working at the Department of Health?Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are the key values to work in the Department of Health. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Cleaner/Kitchen Hand (518489L1)