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Personal Care Assistant - Surgical ward (Casual)Cabrini HEALTH · Brighton
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Personal Care Assistant - Surgical ward (Casual)

🗓️ Posted 2026-10-06 Brighton Casual Hybrid Healthcare Medical
💰 Salary Not shared 📊 Market A$4,500–A$6,000/mo

About the Company

Personal Care Assistant - Surgical ward Casual vacancies Cabrini Brighton We're building for the better By 2036, more than 150,000 patients will look to us for healthcare every year. At Cabrini Health we champion community, compassion and career fulfilment. Our teams are united by the shared purpose of making a meaningful contribution to exceptional, patient-centred care in well- resourced, world class facilities that inspire you to perform at your best and continuously grow professionally. Cabrini One South Brighton Cabrini Brighton One South is a 33 bed mixed surgical and medical ward. We are seeking a Personal Care Assistant to join our team in a permanent part-time position. The Personal Care Assistant (PCA) is responsible for supporting the nursing staff to deliver safe and seamless care and assisting with managing ward resources and equipment. The PCA will assist with monitoring and stocking resources, cleaning equipment, assisting with bed flow, and ensuring beds are made and ready for admissions to the ward.

Responsibilities

  • ● Delivering care to patients under the supervision and direction of the registered nurse.
  • ● Providing observation of patients and related reporting to the registered nurse.
  • ● Responding to patient and family queries and referring to the registered nurse as required.
  • ● Maintaining the patient environment, including bed making, restocking of supplies and equipment.
  • ● Maintaining patient privacy and dignity and responding to their emotional, spiritual and cultural needs.
  • ● Health Service Assistance qualifications or relevant qualifications as outlined in the position description.
  • ● Previous experience as a PCA/WA preferred
  • ● Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
  • ● Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills and capacity to develop trust and relationships with patients.
  • ● Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive and confidential issues.
  • ● Previous experience in an acute hospital setting is desired.
  • ● Working with Children's Check (WWCC) and Police check is required.
  • ● Cabrini offers:
  • ● Salary packaging up to 15,900 tax-free each year, plus 2650 meal & entertainment card benefits
  • ● Rewarding career growth opportunities
  • ● Attractive hourly rates + 13% Super + 17.5% leave loading
  • ● Vibrant Brighton location, close to public transport
  • ● Myki Commuter discounted fares
  • ● Flexible work days
  • ● Please view the full position description here .
Credential Requirements for Australia
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AMC MCQ + Clinical Exam

Australian Medical Council

Must have to work
Cost: AUD 3,500–5,000 Timeline: 1–2 years
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AHPRA Registration

Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency

Must have to work
Cost: AUD 700–900/year Timeline: 4–8 weeks

Legally required to use protected title and practise

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AHPRA Registration (Nursing and Midwifery)

Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (NMBA)

Must have to work
Cost: AUD 200–400/year Timeline: 4–8 weeks
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AHPRA Pharmacy Board Registration

Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency

Must have to work
Cost: AUD 400–700/year Timeline: 3–6 months
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ADC Written + Practical Examination

Australian Dental Council

Must have to work
Cost: AUD 5,000–8,000 Timeline: 1–2 years
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AHPRA Dental Board Registration

Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency

Must have to work
Cost: AUD 400–700/year Timeline: 4–8 weeks