Your role at St John of God Bunbury Hospital
St John of God Bunbury Hospital is seeking caring and reliable Patient Care Assistants to join our Casual Pool. In this hands‑on role, you will support the delivery of high‑quality, patient‑centred care by assisting with patient care activities, patient transport, and providing essential support to the nursing care team as required.
This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a dynamic hospital environment where compassion, teamwork, and professionalism are at the heart of everything we do. Flexibility, a strong work ethic, and a genuine commitment to supporting patients and clinical staff are key to success in this role.
The Position
All direct patient care is carried out under the direction and supervision of Registered Nurse/Midwife/Enrolled Nurses.
Transfer patients using all forms of patient transport to all areas of the Hospital.
All duties are carried out in accordance with the duty list.
Perform manual handling of patients under supervision of Registered Nurse/Midwife/Enrolled Nurses.
Assist Nursing Caregivers with the care of patients.
Ensure privacy of patients is maintained.
Understand role in an emergency and follow direction of the Coordinator.
Maintain safe environment for patient contributing to patient comfort needs.
Contribute to an efficient and timely patient admission, transfer and discharge process.
Assist Registered Nurse/Midwife/Enrolled Nurses in care of deceased patients.
Provide focused supervision of a particular patient(s) as directed by Registered/Enrolled Nurse to eliminate risk to particular patient(s) e.g. provide companion support.
Maintain stock levels as required.
Maintain oxygen and suction levels in designated areas as needed.
Ensure that all food is handled and stored according to the Health (Food Hygiene) Regulations 1993.
Liaise with nursing caregivers to ensure patients receive appropriate diet/meals. Assist with patient feeding as directed by Registered Nurse/Midwife/Enrolled Nurse.
Assist patients with completion of menu selection excluding patients receiving special diets.
All other reasonable duties as directed by the relevant Manager/Supervisor
Applicants will hold a Certificate III in Health Service Assistant (Client/Patient Services) or a similar qualification, or have significant relevant work experience that demonstrates the required competencies and duties of the role. Candidates who are currently studying a health‑related qualification at tertiary level are also encouraged to apply. You will demonstrate well‑developed communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with minimal supervision, identify priorities, and contribute positively within a team environment.
You will have knowledge of manual handling practices and an understanding of basic cleanliness, food handling, and hygiene standards to support safe patient care. A strong commitment to Quality Improvement, along with an awareness of Occupational Safety & Health and Equal Employment Opportunity legislation, is essential. Above all, you will bring a professional, safety‑focused, and patient‑centred approach aligned with the values of St John of God Health Care.
Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.
We can offer you
Salary: $39.25 to $41.11 per hour (inclusive of casual loading), plus 12% superannuation
Casual positions available
As a casual employee, you can salary package a percentage of your earnings each pay period
Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Innovative Professional Development opportunities
A welcoming and supportive culture
Collaborative leadership team
Access to a range of Lifestyle, Health & Wellbeing rewards and discounts
For enquiries contact Ami Thomas, Access Manager, on (08) 9722 1918.
If suitable applicants are identified advertisement may close prior to listed date and screening/interviews may commence throughout the advertising process.
At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.