Wardsperson/orderly

**About Barton Private Hospital**

Barton Private Hospital is fully licensed with ACT health protective services and accredited with National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (NSQHS Standards) We have a team of skilled medical professionals dedicated to providing the highest standard of care for patients. Our facility has 3 fully equipped Operating theatres with the latest technology. The hospital is situated in the heart of the Parliamentary Triangle in Canberra.

We are seeking an experienced Wardsperson/Orderly for a Full-Time position to provide support to the nursing team to undertake a range of services that supports the well-being of patients, visitors, staff and others.
- The ability to maintain confidentiality
- Be empathetic and courteous at all times
- The ability to work individually and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- An enthusiastic approach in the delivery of a high standard of care

**Essential criteria**
- Previous experience in a Wardsperson/Orderly Service or similar position
- Demonstrated knowledge of manual handling techniques, including patient transfers.
- Previous experience in a healthcare environment
- Demonstrated knowledge of surface cleaning practices and techniques including infection
- control
- Demonstrated ability to work in a manner which preserves patient confidentiality and
- Dignity
- Current BLS
- Displays exemplary communication skills
- Displays a willingness & flexible approach to work requirements and change in work practices
- Displays a positive attitude and approach to working as part of a team
- A positive approach to working safely
- Please note all applicants must currently possess the right to work in Australia._

Cura Day Hospitals Group offers excellent career opportunities for nurses, health professionals, support staff and managers. As the market leading day hospital group, a career with Cura Day Hospitals Group is not only rewarding, but also offers great prospects for career diversity and professional advancement.

We believe our people are our most important asset. As part of our dedication to staff development and well-being, we promote a range of initiatives to support our employees including education and training and providing access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness & Wellbeing Program.

If you would like to work in an environment with friendly staff who value quality patient care please send your resume and cover letter, via Seek.

**For further information please contact**:
Di Hogan - Director of Nursing
Phone: (02) 6152 8999