The Tasmanian Health Service is an innovative and dynamic organisation dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of our community. We are committed to providing the highest levels of healthcare and services.

Hours/Period of Appointment

Fixed term, casual, shift work working hours as required per fortnight, to commence as soon as possible for two (2) years. Notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant/s.

Duties

Under supervision, and in accordance with Agency policy, legal, regulatory and funded program requirements, the Health Care Assistant:
• Provides high quality care and support to community and/or facility based clients and assists with a range of daily living activities that a person would normally do for themselves.

Location: Community Nursing North, Kelham Street, Launceston

Essential Requirements

Current Driver's Licence.
The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. *The following checks are to be conducted:

1. Conviction checks in the following areas:a) Crimes of Violence
b) Sex Related Offences
c) Serious Drug Offences
d) Crimes involving dishonesty
e) Serious traffic offences
2. Identification check

3. Disciplinary action in previous employment check. *as required by the Aged Care Act 1997, occupants of this role are required to undertake a conviction check assessment every three years.

In order to be considered for this position it is a requirement that you address the selection criteria which are located in the Statement of Duties.Download the Statement of Duties and Associated Documents Generic Health Care Assistant (Primary Health North) HSO4 (June 2020) HAHSA.pdf
Generic Health Care Assistant (Primary Health North) HSO4 (June 2020) HAHSA.docx
THS Jobs Website Applicant Guide.pdf
THS Jobs Website Applicant Guide.docx

How to applyOnline applications are preferred, please click the blue Apply Now button. If you apply online please do not send a hard copy application as well.

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Complete the following application form and email your application to the listed contact person including the below form:
Application for Employment (PDF).pdf
Application for Employment (Word).docx

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Post your application with the above application form to:
Tasmanian Health Service
Human Resources
PO Box 1963
LAUNCESTON TAS 7250
For more information

Linda Johnstone
A/Nurse Unit Manager - Community Nursing
Email: linda.johnstone@ths.tas.gov.au
Phone: (03) 6777 3016

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