Townsville Hospital and Health Service, is the public healthcare provider for the government areas of Townsville, Burdekin, Charters Towers, Flinders, Richmond, Hinchinbrook and Palm Island. We operate 21 facilities from primary care in regional locations to highly specialised care at the main hospital.

Townsville University Hospital, the largest tertiary hospital in northern Australia, provides specialist referral services for 700,000 people living in the region.

We are planning and innovating for the future, advancing healthcare through impactful research, training tomorrow’s health sector workforce.

Job details

Are you ready to make a difference in public healthcare?

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Our vision is world-class healthcare for northern Queensland and our purpose is "great care every day,".

Our values are:

Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement

We are seeking committed and passionate professionals to help us achieve our mission.

About the opportunity:

Position: Operational Services Officer – Patient Handler

Vacancy: Permanent part-time, 73 hours per fortnight

Location: Townsville University Hospital

About the role: 

• Maintain clinical and non-clinical areas of the hospital in accordance to the Queensland Health Cleaning Standards 2016 through professional cleaning practices and compliance to Infection Control Policy.
• Provide effective and efficient patient handling/transportation as required by medical staff ensuring the safety of the patients by complying with the Queensland Health No Lift Policy & Work Health & Safety guidelines.
• Ensure that the confidentiality and privacy of patient and facility information is respected at all times in line with the Code of Conduct.
• Be willing and able to accept responsibility and to work harmoniously and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Be willing and able to work various shifts 7 days a week. Roster will include night shifts.
• Monitor work areas for facility defects and report same to management to minimise time interval to repair/replacement.
• Attend / update training and follow procedures for any specialised patient equipment that is used / introduced to the facility.
• Complete ad-hoc tasks as requested by Support Services Management team.

Enjoy a generous remuneration package value up to $72,431 p.a. comprising:

• Salary range: $31.24 to $33.33 p.h. (OO2)
• Annual leave with 17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Why Choose Us?

• Job Security: Enjoy stability in your career and become empowered with a supportive employer committed to your growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages, including comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and generous leave entitlements (including long service, sick leave and carer's leave, cultural and bereavement leave, parental and reproductive health leave).
• Lifestyle and location: Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service region provide vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Requirements:

• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.
• Probation period may apply.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted including criminal history clearance.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Natalie Vines on 07 4433 1216.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV634973 

Applications close: Monday, 19 May 2025.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents’ section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  OO2 Operational Services Officer (Patient Handler) Support Services 30476212 (Word, 440KB)
  Role Description