Dialysis Technician
Bring your expertise and technical skills to gain valuable healthcare experience!
Remuneration: $83,984.54 - $94,999.44 p.a + Superannuation + Salary packaging
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until July 2027
Position Classification: Electronics Technician
Hours Per Week: 38hrs/week
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ563402
Closing date: Monday, 21st April 2025
About the role
Are you a skilled technician looking for a rewarding career in healthcare? Join our dedicated team, based at Tamworth Hospital within the Dialysis Unit.
You will play a crucial role in supporting dialysis equipment across both hospital-based units and home patients throughout the New England region. You will be part of the wider Dialysis Technical Service, that operates across the whole of HNELHD Renal Network.
In this role you will be responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical support of specialised dialysis equipment.
Working with minimal supervision, your key responsibilities will include:
- Performing routine and preventative maintenance
- Troubleshooting issues and carrying out repairs, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment
- Handling a range of medical and scientific instruments, including electronic, electrical, and electromechanical components.
- Providing expert guidance and training to nursing staff and home dialysis patients on the proper use of dialysis equipment.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a collaborative team with mentorship and support from experienced professionals, including the Senior Dialysis Technician
- Comprehensive training and credentialing on specialized dialysis equipment
- Opportunity to develop technical expertise in a dynamic healthcare environment
Benefits
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
If this sounds like you, we would LOVE to see you apply
- You have strong computer skills with efficiency in diagnostic software.
- You hold a current unrestricted NSW driver’s license and are willing to travel for work, including long-distance driving when required.
- You are a team player who is committed to delivering excellent customer service
- You are flexible and prepared to participate in the on-call roster as needed.
- You hold a recognised Electronic Trade Certificate
Additional information
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Kelly Adams on Kelly.Adams@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
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