Health Care Assistant

The Team

The George Town Hospital team works closely together to focus on delivering excellence in healthcare to achieve improved outcomes for our consumers, our workforce, and the Tasmanian community.

• The George Town Hospital is approximately 50km North of Launceston.
• The George Town Hospital plays a central role in the health outcomes for the community.
• George Town Hospital is a culturally diverse team that takes pride in providing quality care for its patients.

The Role

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. This position is in the community and requires working in a client's own home.

Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. It provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers natural beauty and a balanced lifestyle. Pursuing a health career in Tasmania's public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients and enjoying experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment

Fixed term, casual, shift worker (fully rotational) position working as and when required, commencing as soon as possible for approximately 24 months.

• Hours are negotiable with the successful applicant.

Applicants may be considered for subsequent or similar vacancies for up to twelve months from the date of publication.

Salary

$63,110 to $66,049 per annum (Pro rata). Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

Salary packaging allows access to a range of benefits, including living expenses up to $9,010 plus $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year, and other eligible benefits.

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Fitness Passport – 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for a small weekly fee per person or family.

More information about Employee Benefits can be found here.

Eligibility

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 information on pre-employment checks.

Download the Statement of Duties and associated documents

Review the Statement of Duties and Applicant Guide prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process, and application guidance.

• Statement of Duties: Generic Health Care Assistant (Primary Health North) OHO2 (May 2025)
• Application Guide: Department of Health – Applicant Guide Sep

How to apply

Apply Online. Click the Apply button on this screen to answer important questions about you. You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria is not required.

• Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role.

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the listed person for details about the vacancy.

Name: Kelli Large
Position: Nurse Unit Manager - George Town Hospital and Community Centre
Phone:
Email:

What it is like working at the Department of Health

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are the key values. Learn about experiences within the department and hear about journeys relocating to Tasmania. We value diversity and encourage applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

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