Porter

PRIMARY DETAIL
- Location: Macquarie University Hospital, North Ryde, Dharug land
- Appointment Type: Casual
- Classification: $28.46 per hour plus casual loading + 12% super (hourly rate to increase to $29.59 after 14 July 2025)

THE ROLE- Immediate start for an experienced and hardworking Porter to join our team at Macquarie University Hospital on a Casual basis.- Multiple shifts are available, suits flexible availabilities (Mornings, Afternoons, and Nights)- Be part of a University-owned, innovative, integrated healthcare organisation where professional development, ongoing education and career progression are supported and encouraged

Key Accountabilities of a Housekeeper include (but not limited to):
- Deliver excellent service to clients, staff and visitors- Participates in audit preparation and auditing processes- Ensures all mandatory training and competencies for a Porter are completed in a timely manner- Demonstrates a willingness to work positively within a team to achieve team goals and the provision of excellence in service delivery- Participates in and contributes to occupational health and safety activities to ensure a safe work environment for self, clients, community, staff and visitors- Complies with obligations under Work Health and Safety Act 2012- Ensures incidences are reported accurately and in a timely manner- Transporting patients, baggage, linen delivery and equipment throughout the hospital- Assisting clinical staff in the movement and turning of patients throughout hospital.- Assisting with setting up equipment within Wards including wheelchairs and luggage trollies- Ensuring sufficient supplies of medical gas is available on each Ward and Theatre- Collection of pumps from the Wards and Theatre Departments and ensuring they are returned to the Recovery Department- Collection of dirty linen when required- Delivering clean linen to wards and monitoring inventory.- Assisting with patients Admissions and Discharges- Distribution of patient luggage to Wards- Maintaining high levels of customer service and ensuring communication is of a high standard- Build rapport with internal and external stakeholders in a multi-disciplinary environment- Assisting patient transport officer with transferring patients in patient transport van to different locations

ABOUT YOU

ABOUT US

Macquarie University Hospital is Australia’s first and only private not-for-profit teaching hospital on a university campus. The hospital sits under the umbrella of

MQ Health

, encompassing the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences and other specialised clinical services.

Set in the expansive grounds of Macquarie University, amid one of the fastest growing areas of Sydney and conveniently placed within walking distance of the new Macquarie University Metro Line, this 152-bed hospital combines state-of-the-art facilities with world’s best clinical practice.

We offer fabulous Employee Benefits including:
- A variety of shifts offered in the department, including flexible rostering and shift times- Salary sacrifice options and excellent salary packaging benefits (including venue hire, meals, entertainment and novated leasing) so you have great potential to maximise your income working for us- Corporate private healthcare rates- Extensive Macquarie University facilities including sporting facilities, gym and pool, and Macquarie University Childcare at a reduced staff rate

TO APPLY:
To be considered for this position, you will demonstrate the below requirements in your resume:
- High standard of customer service- Ability to communicate confidently and clearly with internal and external stakeholders- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team- Flexible and positive attitude with the ability to deal with a changing environment- Previous experience in patient transportation and providing linen service- Proactive and self-motivated attitude with a desire to learn- Willingness to participate in quality control and self-development training programs- Great time management skills- Previous experience in a private hospital environment

Role Specific Conditions:
- Ability to work shift work/work as per the roster- Previous experience in a private hospital Setting would be highly desirable- MQ Health Immunisation screening requirements- Criminal History Check- Working with Children Check- Full Australian Drivers Licence

Applications Close: Friday 8 August 2025 (11:55pm) AEDST

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Diversity and Inclusion
- Innovation and ingenuity thrive at Macquarie when diversity, equity and inclusion take centre stage. We embrace a culture where diversity of background, experience and perspective are fundamental to our success.
We do not discriminate on gender identity, age, culture, disability, sexuality, Indigeneity, family and caring responsibilities or religion.
- Flexible Work

At Macquarie, we believe in providing flexi