Orderly

Gold Coast, Australia
Orderly
Company
Healthscope
Location
Gold Coast
Job type
Internship
Posted
25 days ago
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Job description
Casual Orderly roles available Supportive and fun team environment Flexible shift times - approx 40 hours per fortnight Are you energetic, customer focused and love working with people? Then this is the role for you!About The RoleGold Coast Private Hospital is seeking experienced Orderlies to join our team on a casual basis. This role will see you working as part of our rotational roster with flexible shift times available. In this role you will work within a supportive team to ensure our patients have a great experience during their stay with us.About UsEstablished in 2016 Gold Coast Private Hospital is a 336 bed, 22 operating theatre facility located in Southport, the heart of the Gold Coast Precinct. Specialities include and are not limited to 24/7 Emergency Care Centre, Medical, Orthopaedic, Bariatric, Neurosurgical, Plastics, ENT & General Surgical, Obstetrics, Cardiac Care and Oncology. Gold Coast Private Hospital is continually growing and offers exciting opportunities and professional career pathways in health care.As An Orderly Your Responsibilities Will Include Patient Assistance and transfers including the use of lifting machine and bed movers. General housekeeping duties e.g. cleaning beds, organising linen, restocking of equipment, and waste management Operate in line with WHS policy & procedures Deliver excellent customer service to staff, clients and patients Cultivating a hospitable and friendly environment for all patients Work as an active team member to support all work tasks Remove dirty linen / ensure clean linen is readily availableEssential CriteriaCert 3 in Health Services or interest in obtainingExperience as an orderly in a hospital environment preferredVaccination and serology records prior to commencementWorking with Children checkCommitment to service excellenceAbility to prioritise and organise work, with minimal supervisionAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentHigh level attention to detailWhy Healthscope?When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our 42 sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for. Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network Discounted health insurance Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growthWe pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us.Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.Applications close: April 22nd 2026To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out recruitment@healthscope.com.auMore Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.

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What is the minimum hourly wage for Level 1 cleaning staff in Australia in 2026?
Under the Cleaning Services Award 2020, the minimum wage for a Level 1 cleaner is AU$25.65 per hour effective from 1 July 2026. Full-time employees working 38 ordinary hours per week earn AU$50,434 annually excluding loadings. Casual cleaners receive an additional 25% loading, equating to AU$32.06 per hour.
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Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482) or Working Holiday visa (subclass 417/462) allows cleaning work for up to 12 months per employer. Student visa (subclass 500) holders can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study periods in 2026. Permanent skilled migration via subclass 189 or 190 visas requires no occupation-specific points for cleaners.
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Do I need any qualifications or experience for entry-level cleaning jobs in Australia?
No formal qualifications or prior experience are required for most entry-level cleaning positions under the Cleaning Services Award. Employers may request a Certificate II in Cleaning Operations (CPC20821) for advanced roles, achievable in 6 months. Australian citizens or permanent residents aged 15 years and over are eligible to start immediately.
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Required documents include a current resume, Tax File Number (TFN), and proof of right to work such as passport or birth certificate. For visa holders, include visa grant notice and English proficiency evidence if applicable. No police check is mandatory unless handling keys to commercial buildings.
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