Medical Assistant - Emergency Department, Nepean Hospital - Temp FT or PT
Job description
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time or Part Time (up to 12 months)
Position Classification: Technical Assistant Grade 2
Remuneration: $27.72 - $28.81 per hour
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ331850
Applications Close: 17/08/2022
Proposed Interview Date Range: 22/08/2022 - 26/08/2022
What you will be doing:
Nepean Emergency Department is looking for hard working individuals with excellent communication skills to assist medical and nursing staff under the direction of the senior medical officer and nursing team leader in technical procedures and associated tasks. A large part of the job will be taking blood and inserting intravenous cannulas for our patients. Training will be provided so no experience is necessary but prior experience with pathology collection will be highly valued.
As this is a new position, we expect it to be competitive. Tell us why you would be great for the job. We look forward to working with you in NBMLHD!
An eligibility list may be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
See why you should join our Emergency Department team
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Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD):
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean and Blue Mountains and Lithgow Region.
NBMLHD is committed to achieving a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, refugees, people of diverse genders and sexuality, and people with disability.
In line with Government Sector Employment Rule 26 (GSE 26) this position is targeted to Aboriginal people to improve their general employment opportunities / outcomes. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply and where found suitable will be given higher priority. Aboriginal applicants may have to cite their Aboriginality in addition to the selection criteria. Information to assist you with your application can be found on the NSW Health Stepping Up website – www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au
What we can offer you:
Being the largest employer in the region we can offer salary packaging options, educational opportunities and support from a broad network of health professionals. With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen profession.
Working with NBMLHD Health gives you access to a great range of benefits:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Accrued Day Off (ADO) each month (for full time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave each year (pro-rata for part time employees)
- 6 weeks annual leave each year (for Rotating Shift nurses)
- Superannuation contributions
- Salary packaging options
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.
Salary Packaging:
Salary packaging is beneficial to most Nepean Blue Mountains Health staff. You can potentially salary package a range of your personal expenses including but not limited to novated motor vehicle lease, relocation expenses and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more information by contacting Smartsalary via email at customersupport@smartsalary.com.au or on 1300 476 278.
Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases:
If you are applying for a Category ‘A’ position, please read and understand NSW Health policy directive PD2020_017. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy
All NSW Health workers are now required to have received 2 doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine or have an approved medical contraindication certificate. You will be required to provide a record of your COVID-19 vaccination status if successful.
To be eligible for employment with NBMLHD you must be: an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or a citizen of another country with an appropriate visa that allows you to work in Australia. If you currently hold a temporary visa that allows you to live and work in Australia you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
Selection criteria to be addressed:
- Well-developed time management and organisation skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently with set deadlines.
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team and ability to work independently.
- Demonstrated good communication skills in English and the ability to read and understand essential documentation.
- Previous experience in health care and/or education in health related field.
- Demonstrated computer literacy including proficient keyboard and data entry skills.
- Availability and capacity to participate in a 24 hour/ seven-day rotating roster which includes working all shifts, all days of the week including public holidays, able to work reasonable overtime.
Need more information?
For role related queries or questions contact Amie Hilliard on Amie.Hilliard@health.nsw.gov.au
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