#532074 Wardsperson

Emergency Department

Calvary Mater Newcastle

Casual

• Casual
• Salary Classification: Wardsperson Year 1-2
• Remuneration: $30.04 - $30.25 per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options.

THE ROLE:

We are looking for an enthusiastic Wardsperson to support our Emergency Department through providing a high standard of safe and courteous patient services and transport support and the provision of a clean, healthy and safe environment for patients, visitors and staff.

DUTIES:

• Take appropriate action to meet needs of the unit, assisting others when help is required
• Organise and perform stated duties proficiently with a minimum of direct supervision
• Demonstrate flexibility that meets changing needs of the unit or work environment
• Liaise with clinical, non-clinical and relevant stakeholders efficiently when performing all duties.
• Maintain a high quality level of customer focused service

Learn more about our community and services here!

ABOUT YOU:

• Ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team and ability to work independently as required during high periods of demand and activity.
• Commitment to providing a professional customer service to patients, staff and members of the public in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of manual handling principles.
• Demonstrated communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast paced dynamic environment.

For further information please contact Andrew Adams, Nurse Unit Manager, Emergency Department on email: Andrew.adams@calvarymater.org.au

WHY JOIN US?

CMN is an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area. Current employees of NSW Health can request to have various leave entitlement balances transferred to CMN on commencement. Leave types may include but not limited to Long Service Leave, Annual Leave and Sick Leave. Applicants are encouraged to discuss this with the Convenor for further information. Working at CMN gives you access to a great range of benefits:

• Fitness Passport. 
• Gender Neutral parental leave
• Annual Leave Loading at 17.5 %
• Superannuation contributions at 11.5%
• ADO's each month (for full-time employees)
• Novated leasing available for eligible employees
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Generous Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay!

WHY NEWCASTLE, NSW?

Newcastle is a thriving city surrounded by magnificent natural scenery. Cosmopolitan and compact, we enjoy all the benefits of a global smart city including world class services and facilities, top-tier education and employment opportunities, all with an average commute time of 15 minutes. Discover inspirational living in a vibrant city that will inspire and delight. Visit Imagine Newcastle, here!

HOW DO YOU APPLY?

• Click ‘Apply for Job’ and follow the prompts. As part of your application, you will be asked to:
• Create a profile in our Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user)
• Attach a current resume.
• Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria.
• Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max.)

Please note: Only the criteria in the application needs to be addressed, however you’ll be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description.

As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.

Please note the following:

• As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, WWCC checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role.
• You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.