About the Tasmanian State ServiceThe Tasmanian State Service (TSS)is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels, and within more than 200...
NESM Hospital Scottsdale provides a range of primary health and community care services. The hospital provides 18 sub-acute beds, an Outpatient and Emergency Service, palliative care, low risk midwifery run antenatal and extended midwifery services, physiotherapy, radiology, social worker and visiting services. Other services provided include Community Nursing and Home Help.
NESM Hospital Scottsdale is also a University Department of Rural Health teaching site providing facilities for students to stay and undertake clinical placements in Scottsdale.
The Role
Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and in accordance with Agency policy, legal, regulatory and funded program requirements, the Health Care Assistant will:
Deliver a high standard of care and support to patients at NESMH.
Undertake general cleaning of the unit and assist clinical staff where necessary.
You will need
An understanding of the role of personal carer within the organisational structure, together with previous work experience with patients considered desirable.
Well-developed observation skills and the ability to recognise and report on changes in the health and wellbeing of residents and patients.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the provision of cleaning procedures within a health related environment including the use of cleaning equipment.
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 part time, day worker position, working 32 hours per fortnight, commencing 29 August **** until 29 November ****.
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 full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
$65,827 to $68,854 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Union Wages Agreement ****
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
Professional development and accelerated pathways.
A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
Fitness Passport - You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $***** per week per person, or $***** for a family.
More information about our Employee Perks can be found here
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.




Current Driver's Licence (only applicable where the occupant is required to provide services to community based clients)
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.
Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role
For more information
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Stacey Walters
Position: Nurse Unit Manager
Phone number:
Email address:
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📌 Health Care Assistant (517248 (North Scottsdale)
🏢 Tasmania Government
📍 North Scottsdale