Position details at Tasmanian Government

, Trentino – Alto Adige/Südtirol, Italy -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jun, 26

Salary

72126.0

Posted On

20 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Manual Handling Techniques, Work Health and Safety Principles, Patient Lifting, Emergency Procedures, Code Black Response Team Procedures, Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Task Prioritization, Teamwork, Tact, Diplomacy

Industry

Government Administration

Description

[https://publicstorage.dc2.pageuppeople.com/384/ProviderAsset/scribble/707bdaf5-9055-4c0d-9dd8-2d6775cb9b0e.png] The Team: Royal Hobart Hospital is Tasmania’s largest hospital, and the Specialised Medical Orderlies within the RHH provide a valuable service as support staff to a large multidisciplinary clinical team. In 2025, the Medical Orderly Department expanded its service to also provide support to the Repatriation Centre site. As the major clinical teaching and research centre, RHH works closely with the University of Tasmania and other institutions. All our services work closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community. The Role: In accordance with Agency policies and procedures, and infection control and quality improvement guidelines, the Specialised Medical Orderly will: * Provide Medical Orderly services and assistance to Medical, Nursing, and Para-Medical staff in the lifting, positioning and general care of patients, in a variety of operational areas within the RHH. * Transport patients within the hospital environment by means of wheelchair, trolleys and beds. * Respond to emergencies within the RHH, including the management of aggressive incidents as part of the Code Black Response Team. * As directed, conduct internal hospital security functions. You will need: * Demonstrated knowledge of skills required in manual handling techniques, following Work Health and Safety principles, including the skills required to safely lift and position spinal patients and caring for acute care patients. * Knowledge and experience in emergency procedures (Fire, Bomb Threats, Evacuation and Aggression) and understanding of Hospital Code Black Response Team procedures, or the ability to quickly acquire this knowledge. * Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, together with the ability to prioritise tasks and function as part of a multidisciplinary team, demonstrating tact and diplomacy when interacting with staff, patients and their relatives and friends. Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. Details of appointment: Fixed term, casual, position working as and when required, commencing as soon as possible for a period of 12 months. *Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant. 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 casual vacancies. Salary: $67,193 to $72,126 per annum (pro rata), plus shift loading where applicable. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. Plus 25% Casual Loading - Equivalent of $42.34 to $45.45 per hour. * Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022. Salary Packaging: You’ll 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 * 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. More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here [https://www.health.tas.gov.au/careers/employee-benefits] Eligibility: Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check. Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance. Statement of Duties: * Specialised Medical Orderly OHO3 [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt7_hNmyRsYhKpFnjQrWVL42lyW-ucK6oXJ6jayNf-2Q9WvHIjP_yO0VlNtv82es0VN21Z3ozwUuIoph2Q__HdJZ7FwYJaTf6sDQ1VHe8S1amfT5O1h51helSqhocT8uhe0BY3o4RJsXCbaygjxn8vrQ%7e%7e] Application Guide: * Department of Health - Applicant Guide [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt7xNC1zRepzGVOcuhit-x_X05VsmEKgKgv-f7xtnolffFPr1YTeLthzIcS-4Y5fbPyNCErFrLa6BCdWj60jsHOaCgvyn3x2vO4WcUfx125gCEhtM0JPoEm2cdK_roMhjKfg7hWut2Bpw3UmYgtxQhXA%7e%7e] How to apply: Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered. You will be prompted to complete a 1–2-page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required. For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Name: Nicholas Kuhn Position: Medical Orderly Services Coordinator Phone Number: 0439437611 Email: nicholas.kuhn@ths.tas.gov.au [nicholas.kuhn@ths.tas.gov.au] What it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania! Make It Tasmania | Move for a great lifestyle [https://makeittasmania.com.au/] One Health Podcast - Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1exxefRfdL4bmGiKhalgvw] One Health Podcast - Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-health-podcast/id1737709275] Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian [https://tasmanian.com.au/health/] Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

Responsibilities

The Specialised Medical Orderly will provide essential support services, including assistance with lifting, positioning, and general care of patients, alongside transporting patients via wheelchair, trolleys, and beds within the hospital environment. This role also requires responding to emergencies, including managing aggressive incidents as part of the Code Black Response Team, and conducting internal hospital security functions as directed.